About this role
Head of Kitchen (Temporary) - Multiple Opportunities Available Across the GedlingArea
Location: Gedling Area (one designated school location) Start Date: 2nd Nov onwards Duration: Temporary-Ongoing Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00am to 2:00pm (30 hours per week)
We are currently recruiting experienced Head of Kitchen professionals to support schools across the GedlingArea.
These temporary ongoing positions offer an immediate start for candidates who currently hold a valid Enhanced DBS with a Children's Barred List check on the Update Service. Please note that this role is based at one designated school location, which will be confirmed during the interview process, and does not involve working across multiple sites.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled catering professional with experience managing a busy kitchen environment and leading a team.
Key Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and cook nutritious meals for pupils and staffManage the day-to-day operation of the kitchenSupervise and support catering staffEnsure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulationsMonitor stock levels and place food orders as requiredMaintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment What We're Looking For Previous experience in a Head of Kitchen, Kitchen Manager, or supervisory catering roleStrong leadership and organisational skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamReliable, professional, and committed to high standardsFood Safety Certificate (required)Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check on the Update Service (desirable)
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, which may include:
* Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check * Children's Barred List check (where applicable) * Right to Work checks * Satisfactory references * Verification of qualifications and professional registrations (where applicable) * Occupational Health and medical clearance (where applicable) * Assessment of suitability to work with children
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.
If you are an experienced Head of Kitchen available for an immediate start, we'd love to hear from you!