At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook delicious meals for students using fresh ingredients.
- Company: Join one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, no evenings or weekends, and school holidays off.
- Other info: Ongoing training and career progression opportunities available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives through great food.
- Qualifications: Passion for cooking and teamwork; experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 20805 - 20805 £ per year.
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.
About the role:
- Starting in the new school year (Late August)
- School Location: Sawston Village College, Cambridge, CB22 3BP
- Working Days: Monday to Friday
- Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3pm (37.5 hours per week)
- Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)
- Pay Details: £20,805.75 per Annum
What will I be doing?
As a Chef, you’ll support the onsite Chef Manager in delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals for students and staff. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the preparation of main meals and snacks
- Cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients for high-volume service (200 covers)
- Supporting with occasional counter service and till work
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen and dining environment at all times
What are we looking for?
- Experience as a chef, ideally within a school or contract catering environment (but not essential)
- A passion for cooking with fresh ingredients and delivering quality food
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
- Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
- Reliability and pride in maintaining high standards
We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we’re proud to have chefs with restaurant-quality experience working in our schools. If you’re passionate about food and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
What’s in it for you?
- This role offers a fantastic work-life balance: No evenings or weekends, School holidays off, No late nights or split shifts
- Free meals on shift
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
- Access to free qualifications
- A staff discount scheme across 850 retailers
You’ll also have the chance to build meaningful relationships with students, helping them explore new cuisines and develop a positive relationship with food that lasts a lifetime.
Interested? If you think you’ve got what it takes, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note: A trade test will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Locations
Cook in Essex, Saffron Walden employer: Impact Food Group
Impact Food Group (IFG) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where chefs can thrive while making a positive impact on students' lives through nutritious meals. With a focus on work-life balance, you’ll enjoy no evenings or weekends, school holidays off, and ongoing training opportunities to enhance your culinary skills. Join us in Sawston Village College, where you can build meaningful relationships with students and contribute to their wellbeing in a vibrant, team-oriented atmosphere.
