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Chef

Salary

£15.00-20.00 , per hour , inc benefits

Location

Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom

Job type

Temporary

Sector

Hospitality & leisure

Job ref

X3-1277929

Job posted

Posted 1 day ago

School Chef / Cook Required – Clacton-on-Sea

A welcoming and friendly primary school in Clacton-on-Sea is seeking a reliable and experienced Chef/Cook to join their team.

Role Details:

  • 📅 Start Date: 1st June
  • 📆 Duration: Initially until the end of July (with the view to continue into the new academic year)
  • Hours: 9:00am – 2:30pm (6 hours per day)
  • 💷 Pay Rate: £15 – £20 per hour (dependent on experience)

Responsibilities:

  • Preparing and cooking nutritious, balanced meals for pupils
  • Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety
  • Managing kitchen stock and organisation
  • Working efficiently within a school kitchen environment

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a cook or chef (school setting desirable but not essential)
  • Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Enhanced DBS check required (or willingness to obtain one)

What’s on Offer:

  • Supportive and friendly school environment
  • Opportunity for a longer-term position
  • Consistent working hours with a great work-life balance

If you’re a passionate cook looking for a rewarding role within a school setting, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply now or get in touch for more information.

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