Vacancies

Chefs Required - Multiple Opportunities Available

Rutland | Permanent Roles | Overtime Available | Prestigious Educational Setting

Our client, a prestigious independent educational institution in Rutland, are seeking a number of talented chefs to join its expanding catering team. Opportunities are available across both large-scale production kitchens and residential dining environments, offering excellent career progression, stability, and work-life balance within a professional catering operation.

Available Positions

Senior Sous Chef   £33,058 + overtime

Lead House Chef   £32,495 + overtime

Sous Chef                 £31,801 + overtime

House Chef              £30, 870 + overtime

Commis Chef          £29,635 + overtime

The Opportunity

Whether you're an experienced chef looking for your next leadership role or an ambitious Commis Chef keen to develop your culinary career, these positions offer the chance to work with fresh ingredients, prepare high-quality meals, and contribute to an exceptional dining experience within a respected educational environment. The roles span both high-volume catering operations and boarding house kitchens, supporting pupils, staff, visitors, hospitality functions, special events and themed dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting fresh, nutritious meals to a consistently high standard.
• Supporting breakfast, lunch, supper and hospitality services.
• Working with special dietary requirements, allergens, vegetarian and vegan menus.
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal food offerings.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, HACCP compliance and health & safety standards.
• Supporting stock control, ordering and kitchen operations.
• Delivering exceptional customer service and creating a positive dining experience.
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior team members in senior positions.

About You

Applications are welcomed from chefs with varying levels of experience, from Commis Chef through to Senior Sous Chef level. Ideal candidates will possess:

• Passion for fresh food and high-quality catering.
• Previous experience within a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A positive, flexible and team-focused approach.
• Experience within education, contract catering, hospitality or high-volume food production environments would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salaries with regular overtime opportunities.
• Pension scheme.
• Meals provided whilst on duty.
• Uniform supplied.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Genuine long-term career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

Additional Information

These positions operate on a rota basis and may include some early mornings, evenings, weekends and special events depending on operational requirements. Successful candidates will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and enhanced DBS clearance.

If you're passionate about food, thrive in a professional kitchen environment and are looking for a rewarding new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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Contact information

Shannon Scott