School Chef – Secondary School, Enfield

Are you a passionate and experienced Chef looking for a rewarding role in education? We are seeking a talented School Chef to join our friendly team at a welcoming secondary school in the heart of Enfield, where great food plays a vital role in supporting student wellbeing and success.

As our School Chef, you will be responsible for planning, preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for students and staff. You will lead the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen, ensuring excellent food standards, compliance with health and safety regulations, and a positive dining experience for all.

• Prepare and cook fresh, healthy meals for students and staff.
• Plan varied and balanced menus that meet nutritional guidelines.
• Manage stock levels, ordering and budget control.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff where required.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and safeguarding procedures.

• Has previous catering or chef experience, ideally within a school, education or large-scale catering environment.
• Holds relevant food hygiene qualifications.
• Is organised, reliable and able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• Has a passion for providing healthy, appetising meals for young people.
• Works well as part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent service.

• A supportive and friendly school community.
• Term-time working pattern with an excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A modern kitchen and dining environment.
• The chance to make a real difference to the daily lives of young people.

If you are an enthusiastic chef who enjoys creating delicious meals and would like to be part of a thriving secondary school community in Enfield, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us serve great food to the next generation.