Part time, 27.5 hours per week
Term time, 36 weeks per annum
£15,406 per annum (£25,911 pro rata)
Burton on Trent, Town Centre Campus
Who are we looking for?
Burton and South Derbyshire College are seeking to appoint a Chef/Cook who will help & support the day to day commercial running of the food outlet at its main campus.
The working hours are Monday-Friday, during term time, between 07:00-13:00.The role is due to start with the new academic year in September 2026.
Working as part of a team your main responsibilities will be:
To prepare & cook breakfast & lunch within time constraints
Overseeing the maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen, equipment, and general storage
To ensure deliveries are stored correctly in a timely manner
To comply with policies in respect of health, safety and environmental management at work, and to ensure the highest standards of kitchen practice and hygiene
Help & support the smooth running of the commercial food hub at Burton South Derbyshire College Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.
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Why come and work for us?
Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant:
Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff
Generous holiday plans
Salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme
Free Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible working policies
Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year
On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free annual eye tests
Access to our onsite gym
Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon
Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme
Discounted health cash plan
BHN Extras discount schemeBurton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.
The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Friday 15th May 2026. Please see our “Work For Us” page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application. Please note late applications are not acceptable
Salary description
£25911.00 - £25911.00 per year