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School Chef

Job description

School Chef - Immediate Start

Oxford, Oxfordshire
Start: ASAP
Simply Education

Simply Education is working in partnership with a well-established school in Oxford to recruit a School Chef for an immediate start.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school chef or catering professional looking for a rewarding role within an education setting, providing nutritious meals for pupils and staff.

The Role

  • School Chef position starting ASAP

  • Preparing and cooking fresh, balanced meals for pupils and staff

  • Managing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and service

  • Ensuring high standards of hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness

  • Working within school hours (term-time)

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience as a School Chef, Cook, or Catering Assistant (education setting desirable)

  • Knowledge of food hygiene, allergen awareness, and nutritional standards

  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

  • Reliable, organised, and able to work independently

  • Passionate about providing healthy, high-quality food for children

Why Work with Simply Education?

  • Access to immediate-start school support roles

  • Competitive pay rates

  • Dedicated consultant support

  • Opportunities for ongoing and long-term roles within education

Additional Information

  • Role based in Oxford, Oxfordshire

  • School is keen to appoint quickly

  • Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

📍 Location: Oxford
📅 Start Date: ASAP
🍽 Role: School Chef / School Cook

If you are a School Chef in Oxfordshire looking for an immediate start role, apply today through Spencer at Simply Education to find out more.