Chef Job
Temporary School Chef – Ad Hoc Cover
Location: Colchester, Essex, UK
Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: 07:00–14:30
Shifts: Ad hoc cover available
Start Date: 3rd March
About Us:
We are supporting schools across Colchester that require reliable temporary chefs to assist with day-to-day kitchen operations. This role offers flexible, ad hoc work in a structured and well-organised environment, ideal for experienced chefs who enjoy working in school settings.
Key Responsibilities:
• Preparing and cooking meals in line with recipe sheets
• Maintaining food quality and service standards
• Managing production to minimise wastage
• Maintaining food levels throughout service
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene and health & safety in line with Aramark requirements
• Recording food volumes and overproduction
• Supporting kitchen operations as required
• Assisting with opening and closing checklists
• Acting as a mentor for new team members where required
• Undertaking relevant training when needed
• Supporting occasional back or front of house duties in line with business needs
Requirements:
• Previous experience as a School Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Ability to work independently in a school kitchen environment
• Flexibility to accept ad hoc shifts
• Must wear long-sleeve chef jacket and non-slip shoes
How to Apply:
If you are looking for flexible temporary school chef work in Colchester, we would love to hear from you.
If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community, including ex-military personnel, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, or military spouses/partners, please indicate this in your application.
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