Job Description

Chef

Eton End School

Salary: Up to 14.43 per hour

Contract type: Permanent, Full Time, 52 Weeks a year

Hours of work: 35 hours

Start date: October 2025

We are currently looking to appoint an experienced and dedicated chef to join us at Eton End School.

Eton End School founded in 1936, is a small day prep school with approximately 150 children aged 6 months to 11 years, situated on the banks of the River Thames between Datchet and Eton. Emphasis is placed on providing a positive environment within which we enable the children to become active and competent learners. Our nursery is centrally placed in the school with children fully integrated into school life.

We are looking for a chef who has experience of running a kitchen provision and working in a team. As our Chef you will be responsible for the preparation of meals for our children and staff. Facilities are excellent and our Kitchen is the heart of the school. We provide a balanced and nutritious menu for our children and staff, you will have creative influence on the menu.

We are looking for a well-qualified Chef who will has and can complete the following;

Estimate food consumption and requisitions or purchases foodstuffs Receive & examines foodstuffs and supplies to make sure quality and quantity meet established standards specifications Select and develops recipes based on type of food to be prepared and applying personal knowledge experience in food preparation Following all guidelines for food hygiene and health and safety Take full responsibility for the cleaning of the kitchen. Working within budget guidelines Has NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation. Has NVQ Level 2 in Food Service; Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate of completion of any training program in cooking, or vocational school Holds a basic food hygiene certificate Can accurately complete the food safety records at the school.

Applicants with the following characteristics are sought:

Cooking experience within any food establishment Good understanding of commercial catering operation Proficient IT skills for ordering and sending surveys etc. A good understanding of food hygiene and HACCP Enthusiasm, vision, drive, adaptability, and resilience High personal standards, self-motivated and proactive Suitability to work with children Flexible and maintain a sound sense of humour Commitment to continued personal and professional development
By joining the outstanding team at Eton End and becoming part of the Inspired Learning Group, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

Competitive Salary School fee discount Annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays, increasing with service Pension scheme Refer a friend scheme up to 750 Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world. Employee Assistance Programme
If you are a cleaner looking for a new role or if you are wanting to move into the education sector we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role pleased complete our online application form, this can be accessed at https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000903

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

Eton End School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 14.43 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person