School Chef - South West

School Chefs Required – Enhanced DBS Essential

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September Starts Available | South West Locations | Up to £23.00 per Hour (DOE) | Weekly Pay
Berkeley Scott are recruiting experienced School Chefs for a range of temporary assignments across the South West ahead of the new school term in September.
We work with a variety of primary schools, secondary schools, academies and educational settings, providing temporary chef cover for holidays, sickness, vacancies and additional operational support. We are looking for dependable chefs who can hit the ground running in busy catering environments.
What You'll Be Doing:
Preparing and serving nutritious meals for pupils and staff
Supporting the day-to-day running of school kitchens
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
Catering for allergens and special dietary requirements
Assisting with stock control, food preparation and kitchen cleanliness
Essential Requirements:
Previous Chef experience within schools, education catering, care homes, contract catering or high-volume kitchens
A current Enhanced DBS Certificate
Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate
Strong understanding of allergens and special dietary requirements
Reliable, professional and able to work independently
What We Offer:
Pay rates of up to £23.00 per hour, depending on experience
Weekly pay & Holiday Pay
Flexible shifts and assignments
Full-time and part-time opportunities
Ongoing work throughout the academic year
Opportunities across Bristol, Bath, Taunton, Weston-Super-Mare, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Swindon and surrounding areas
Friendly and supportive Berkeley Scott team
The Nature of the Work:
These positions are offered on a temporary basis, and assignments can vary depending on client requirements. Opportunities may include covering:
Staff holidays and annual leave
Short and long-term sickness absence
Vacant positions whilst permanent recruitment is taking place
Maternity, paternity and other planned leave
Increased workload and seasonal demand
Additional support during busy periods, events and school functions
Assignments can range from single-day bookings to longer-term placements lasting several weeks or months, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work across a variety of educational catering environments.
If you have a current Enhanced DBS and are looking to secure work for the new school term, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.
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