Job Description

JUNIOR CHEF - start date Sept 2025 - actual salary 22,000 - 24,000 dependent on experience.

Your opportunity

We are seeking a hardworking and enthusiastic Junior Chef to join our kitchen team at our secondary school in Woking. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a strong willingness to learn.

Our catering team comprises a Head Chef and Catering Assistants, creating bespoke menus and delicious home-cooked food for our main school and sixth form cafe.

Hours

32.5 hours per week, 7:30am to 2:30pm,

term time only

The role

You will work as part of a team in assisting with all aspects of the preparation and presentation of our delicious fresh foods You will assist with preparing all meals in accordance with guidelines Ensure that all service counters are prepared and replenished during service - and clear down after service Serve on the counters, ensuring meals are plated using appropriate portion control Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, helping with washing up and keeping the kitchen and equipment clean - creating a kitchen you can be proud of There will be other kitchen and catering duties which may be considered necessary for the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen, service area and dining area You will be expected to comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations

About you

Food preparation qualifications are essential. Additional training can be undertaken A passion for food is a must Present yourself in a professional, well-groomed manner Demonstrate an ability to work quickly but efficiently and keep calm, under pressure Be an excellent team player Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Have a committed and organised approach Have the ability to follow instructions You will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

Only fully completed School application forms received will be accepted as valid applications, CVs will not be accepted.

Applications are considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

No recruitment agencies please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 22,000.00-24,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person