At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious cakes and desserts in a vibrant kitchen environment.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Taunton School, known for its supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, term-time hours, and a chance to grow your culinary skills.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values humility, engagement, and kindness.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by crafting delightful treats for our school community.
- Qualifications: Passion for cooking and relevant food safety qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
Location: Somerset, UK
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Through School
Job Roles: Catering, Cleaning And Site Management
Working Patterns: Full-Time
Application Deadline: Wednesday, 16th September 2026
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
Taunton School is a large, exciting and diverse organisation. We are ambitious without pretence and extraordinarily friendly, with relationships based upon mutual respect between all members of the school community. The staff are true enthusiasts. We aspire to deliver exceptional every day, whilst creating a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals can thrive, find their exceptional, and be celebrated. Our 3 cornerstone values are Humility, Engagement and Kindness. We are also a Menopause Aware Employer. If this sounds like a cultural fit for you, and you meet the job requirements, we would love to hear from you.
Job Description
Are you looking for a new challenge where you will be working with a professional and experienced kitchen team, in a state-of-the-art facility, cooking with fresh ingredients and working on straight shifts? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our friendly and professional team.
As an integral member of the team, you will contribute to the provision of a quality catering service whilst adhering to health and safety standards. This is a busy role, supporting the preparation of meals for our Day and Boarding community using fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
As a Chef, you will prepare meals following recipe specification on quantity, portion and quality in a timely manner taking guidance and instruction from the Head and Senior Chef on meal preparation, production and service.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a real passion for cooking with fresh locally sourced produce and will work positively with a professional team of Chefs, supporting and leading the junior members of the team. You will need to be organised, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure. You will possess a minimum Level 1 and Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering and have a good standard of literacy and numeracy. A City and Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or NVQ equivalent is desirable.
MORE INFORMATION & HOW TO APPLY
The post is permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only plus an additional 5 weeks. For more information about working at Taunton School, and to view the detailed job description and person specification for this job, please visit www.tauntonschool.co.uk/about/job-vacancies. To apply, please select the job vacancy and click on ‘Apply Now’. We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all the required qualifications.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability, or age. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment.
SAFEGUARDING
Taunton School operates in a regulated sector and adheres to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance. We are committed to working together to safeguard children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
CLOSING DATE
This vacancy will close when filled. Early applications are encouraged as they will be reviewed as received, and the vacancy will close should a successful appointment be made. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.
Cake & Dessert Chef in Somerset employer: Taunton School
Taunton School is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and well-resourced environment for teaching Design & Technology. With a strong commitment to professional development, Early Career Teachers will find extensive support and opportunities to innovate in their teaching methods. Our welcoming culture, grounded in the values of Humility, Engagement, and Kindness, ensures that every staff member can thrive and be celebrated for their contributions.
