Chef

Chef – Prestigious School | Winchester, Hampshire

Looking for a Chef role with excellent work-life balance, daytime shifts, and fresh food cooking?

A prestigious school in Winchester is seeking a passionate Chef to join its professional catering team on a full-time, term time contract.

The Role

Prepare fresh, high-quality meals for pupils and staff
Work across all kitchen sections, including hot kitchen, pastry, larder, desserts, and bakery
Produce cakes, traybakes, biscuits, and desserts from scratch
Run kitchen shifts independently (approx. 80 covers daily)
Support hospitality, functions, receptions, afternoon teas, and special events
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance About You

Experienced Chef de Partie or Sous Chef
Strong all-round fresh food skills, including pastry
Confident leading a kitchen shift independently 
Experience in schools, contract catering, hotels, or events desirable
Organised, reliable, and team-focused Hours

40 hours per week
Term Time 
Daytime shifts
Excellent work-life balance Benefits
✔ Free meals on duty
✔ Free onsite gym access
✔ Free uniform
✔ Pension scheme
✔ Training & development opportunities
✔ Employee awards programme
✔ Health & wellbeing support
✔ Health cash plan & life assurance
✔ Retail, leisure, holiday & technology discounts

A fantastic opportunity for a skilled Chef seeking stability, career development, and a supportive working environment.

Interested? Please apply now or contact us for further information. 

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