<h2><strong>School Chefs - Southend-on-Sea</strong></h2><p><strong>Term-Time Only | Daytime Hours | Local Schools</strong></p><p>We are looking for passionate and reliable <strong>School Chefs</strong> to join our catering teams across <strong>primary and secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea</strong>.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for chefs who love cooking nutritious food and want sociable hours, job security, and the chance to make a real difference to children's wellbeing.</p><p> </p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>As a School Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving fresh, balanced meals for pupils and staff in line with school food standards. You'll manage the kitchen day-to-day, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.</p><p> </p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Preparing and cooking healthy, high-quality meals</li><li>Menu planning and portion control</li><li>Managing stock, ordering, and budget control</li><li>Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards</li><li>Leading or supporting kitchen assistants where required</li><li>Creating a positive and welcoming dining experience for pupils</li></ul><h3><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience as a chef or cook (school or high‑volume catering preferred, but not essential)</li><li>A passion for fresh, nutritious food</li><li>Knowledge of food safety and allergen awareness</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen</li><li>Friendly, dependable, and organised approach</li><li>Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)</li></ul><h3><strong>What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Term-time only working</strong> (perfect for family life)</li><li><strong>Daytime hours - no evenings or late nights</strong></li><li>Competitive pay, paid weekly or monthly</li><li>Ongoing training and support</li><li>Opportunities across multiple schools in Southend</li><li>A rewarding role supporting local children and communities</li></ul><h3><strong>Location</strong></h3><p>Roles available across <strong>Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas</strong>, with opportunities to work close to home.</p><hr /><p>If you're a chef looking for a better work-life balance without giving up your passion for food, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today</strong> to join our school catering teams in Southend.</p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

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