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Head chef

Salary

£39,000-42,000 , per year , inc benefits

Location

West London, London, United Kingdom

Job type

Permanent

Sector

Hospitality & leisure

Job ref

X3-1285113

Job posted

Posted 3 hours ago

Chef Opportunity – Outstanding Independent School | West London

We are currently recruiting for an exceptional independent school in West London seeking a talented chef to join their kitchen team for a September start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a vibrant, high-quality kitchen producing approximately 800 covers per day, using top-quality ingredients and delivering a varied, exciting menu.

The offer includes:

  • Full English breakfasts and freshly made pastries
  • A well-stocked salad bar
  • Daily soups
  • A varied vegetarian selection
  • Traditional meals with modern twists

This is a dynamic and exciting kitchen environment—perfect for a chef who is passionate about quality food and enjoys working at pace.

Additional details:

  • Salary: £39,000 – £42,000 (actual salary for 35 weeks, TTO)
  • FTE salary range: £49,951 – £53,793
  • Term-time only: 35 weeks per year
  • Parking available
  • Reporting to: Catering Manager

If you’re looking for a new opportunity starting in September, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now

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