Job Description

Excelsior Academy, part of Laidlaw Schools Trust, are seeking to appoint a Head Chef to start September 2025

The successful candidate will support the Catering Manager/Chef and deputise in their absence. Providing a high-quality catering service which supports the wellbeing of pupils and staff, this includes meeting school catering and safety standards.

Excelsior Academy was opened in 2008 and became the first All Through school in Newcastle, offering education to pupils from 3 to 19 years of age. Excelsior serves one of the most challenging communities both in the region and nationally. All pupils in our primary, secondary and sixth form provision have access to the same high-quality teaching, exceptional facilities and fabulous resources. Our purpose-built building provides excellent facilities for the 1500+ pupils who study here. Approximately 200 pupils attend our primary school, 1100 in the secondary phase and 180 in the sixth form. We are a popular choice for our local community and are now oversubscribed in most year groups.
At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding. To see a complete list of our benefits please visit:
https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/benefits"> https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/benefits

To see the full job description and person specification for this role please refer to the attached supporting documents.

To apply, click apply now and complete our online application form. If you require assistance with your application please contact: recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk

Closing Date for applications: 9am, 11th August 2025
Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 11th August 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,114.00-30,195.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person