Temp Head Chef | Community College | £15.68ph at Chefs for Chefs ltd

Beaconsfield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

15.68

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Meal Preparation, Food Safety, Hygiene Standards, Stock Control, Menu Planning, Portion Control, Allergen Management, Nutritional Guidelines, Supervisory Experience, Time Management, Adaptability, Punctuality, Training, Costing

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Rate: £15.68 per hour Hours: Temporary / shift patterns (term-time and school calendar flexibility required) ***Enhanced DBS required We are recruiting a reliable and skilled kitchen professional to work as a temporary Head Chef within a busy community college catering operation. This role is ideal for someone who can lead a small kitchen team, deliver high-quality, nutritious meals for students and staff, and adapt to the term-time rhythms of an education environment. What We Offer Competitive hourly rate of £15.68 Temporary contracts with the possibility of regular bookings Supportive, student-focused working environment Meals on duty Opportunity to demonstrate leadership and influence menu planning Key Responsibilities Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely service for breakfasts, lunches, and any scheduled events Plan and prepare nutritious, well-presented meals in line with college dietary guidelines and allergen requirements Lead and supervise a small team of kitchen staff, providing clear direction during service Maintain food safety, hygiene, and storage standards, completing required records and checklists Manage basic stock control, receive deliveries, and report low-stock items to the operations manager Support menu costing and portion control to help meet budgetary targets Assist with training and induction of temporary or seasonal kitchen staff About You Proven experience in a supervisory or head chef role within a high-volume or institutional catering environment (schools, colleges, hospitals, or similar) Valid Food Hygiene certification (Level 2 or above preferred) Knowledge of allergen management and nutrition guidelines for young people Strong organisational skills with the ability to work to timetables and adapt to term-time schedules Reliable, punctual, and able to lead a team under pressure Positive, inclusive approach and commitment to providing excellent service for students and staff How to Apply If you are interested in this temporary Head Chef opportunity at a community college and meet the requirements above, please get in touch. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities. 📍 Location: Community College 💷 Rate: £15.68 per hour 🕒 Hours: Temporary (term-time/shift patterns) About Chefs for Chefs Chefs for Chefs are committed to promoting equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as both an employment agency and an employment business. You can find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Responsibilities

The Head Chef will oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely service of breakfasts, lunches, and events, while planning and preparing nutritious, well-presented meals according to college guidelines. Responsibilities also include leading and supervising the small kitchen team, maintaining strict food safety and hygiene standards, and assisting with stock management and menu costing.