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School Chef
Job Posted: 45 minutes ago
Salary: £ 31,000 - 33,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lewisham, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: School Chef
Full Time – £31,000–£33,000 per year + great benefits
Location: New cross London
Hours: 8:00AM-17:00PM Permanent, Full Time
Complete classroom services are a welcoming, community-focused school committed to providing nutritious, delicious meals that fuel learning and development. As our School Chef, you’ll be at the heart of this mission – leading the kitchen, preparing healthy meals, and helping children develop positive eating habits for life.
What’s in it for you?
"It’s not just cooking – you become part of the children’s daily routine."
Sociable working hours – no evenings or weekends
* Competitive salary £31,000–£33,000 per year
* Generous pension scheme
* Up to 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays and school breaks)
* Free school meals during your shift
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Wellbeing support, discounts, and recognition schemes
A bit about the role
You’ll:
* Prepare and cook nutritious meals for pupils, catering to a variety of dietary needs.
* Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
* Manage stock, suppliers, and kitchen budgets efficiently.
* Promote healthy eating through food-related activities and by engaging with pupils.
* Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and welcoming.
You will need:
* The right to work in the UK
* A positive, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for working in a school environment
* Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent (or willingness to complete within your first week – funded by us)
* Previous catering/chef experience in a school, nursery, or similar setting is desirable.
About the school
school is rated Good by Ofsted and prides itself on being a vibrant and inclusive environment where children thrive. The kitchen is central to our school life, providing freshly cooked meals that support learning, energy, and wellbeing. We have a dedicated and supportive team waiting to welcome youBefore You Apply
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