Job Description
School Chef -
Hamilton College is a non-denominational Christian Independent School for children and young people from the ages of 2-18. The school encompasses Nursery, Junior and Senior levels generating a truly ‘family’ atmosphere for the individual as they journey through the school.
Christian values underpin everything we aim to do in the school.
Hamilton College is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic School Chef to join our Catering Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate individual to play a key role in providing high-quality, nutritious meals for our pupils, staff and visitors.
Key areas include:
- Assist in the preparation and serving of school meals in accordance with menus and dietary requirements.
- Ensure the dietary needs and allergen requirements of learners, staff, and parents are consistently met. This includes:
- Accurately identifying and preparing meals for individuals with specific dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Communicating clearly with the catering team, school staff, and parents to ensure safe food handling and service.
- Ensuring allergen signage and labelling are clear and compliant with school and legal standards.
- Participating in relevant training and staying informed about food safety regulations and best practices.
- Ensure food is presented attractively and served in a timely manner.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas, including washing up and cleaning surfaces and equipment.
- Set up and clear down the dining area before and after meal service.
- Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.
- Assist with stock rotation and storage of deliveries.
- Provide friendly and courteous service to pupils and staff.
- Support themed meal days and school events as required.
- Support the school with events in evenings and weekends as required
- Report any concerns regarding food safety, equipment, or pupil welfare to the Head Chefs.
Hours
The successful candidate will work 35 hours per week (0700 – 1430, Monday – Friday) on a year-round basis. Please note that this is not a term-time position.
The successful applicant must either be an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.
Application deadline: 11 September 2026
Start date: As soon as possible, subject to the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.
Salary will be dependent on skills and experience. If you would like more information, please contact the School on 01698 282700.
To apply for this position, please complete an online application form which is available by clicking the Apply button now.
Hamilton College is a registered charity - SC006206
School Chef in Hamilton employer: Hamilton College
Hamilton College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and ambitious environment for Sports Coaches to thrive. With a focus on fostering participation and enhancing performance, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that values enthusiasm and passion for sport, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant school community. Located in a picturesque setting, the college provides a unique chance to inspire young people while contributing to a high-quality sports programme.
