Area Chef: School Catering Leader with Flexible Hours

Aspens Services Overview

Aspens Services is a market leading contract caterer specialising in school food, creating fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds. Our commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and we are looking for passionate people to join our journey.

Role Overview

As an Area Chef, you will be the culinary leader responsible for crafting and delivering a healthy, nutritious and fun menu for students and staff across schools in your area. The role requires a full UK driving licence to enable travel between schools.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Excellence: expert preparation of menus using excellent craft skills and fresh ingredients.
• Team Leadership: supervising and motivating your kitchen team to ensure smooth service and high morale.
• Safety Champion: ensuring strict compliance with all Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health and Safety regulations.
• Excellent Hospitality: managing and producing high quality hospitality requests for school clients and special events.
• Building Community: developing strong, friendly relationships with both the school client and the students you serve.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven experience in a catering environment, ideally with knowledge of education catering.
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety practices and certification in Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3 (further development training is available).
• Self motivated and proactive, with a passion for learning and motivating others.

Benefits

• 25 hours per week, 38 weeks per year - no late nights, weekends or Christmas work.
• £14 per hour.
• Career growth opportunities with apprenticeship and training courses.
• Dedicated Learning & Development team supporting continuous skill development.

Additional Information

All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Ready to start a rewarding career with amazing hours? Apply today!