School Chef's- £19 - £25 an hour
Enhance Catering is recruiting School Cooks to lead the catering operations for our client's school sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, hands‑on chef's who enjoys leading a team, working with fresh ingredients, and delivering a high‑quality food service.
We are recruiting for a September start with a lot of ongoing temporary and permanent roles available across Reading. Pay will be £19 to £25 an hour.
What You'll be doing
- Lead and manage the day-to-day catering operation
- Prepare and deliver fresh, seasonal food to a consistently high standard
- Manage, motivate, and develop the kitchen team
- Ensure full compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and due diligence requirements
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with onsite stakeholders and clients
- Oversee stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
- Drive food quality, consistency, and presentation
What We Offer
- Industry Leading Pay Rates - Competitive hourly rates for all Chef roles. £19-£25 an hour
- Holiday Pay when YOU need it - We calculate your holiday pay separately, and you can request at anytime - perfect for planned breaks or last minute getaways.
- Dedicated Consultant - Our specialist consultants work closely with you to secure the best placements across the industry that match your skill set & preference.
- Total Flexibility - You are in full control of your schedule. Choose when and where you work
- Exclusive Discounts & Benefits - Access to Benefit Hub, giving you savings in major shops, restaurants, bars, gyms and much more.
- Free Access to Industry Qualifications - Including enhanced DBS and catering qualifications such as food safety level 2.
Successful candidates may need to complete relevant background checks
School Chef's in Reading employer: The Evolve Group
Enhance Catering is an excellent employer for Catering Assistants, offering industry-leading pay rates and total flexibility in scheduling, allowing you to choose when and where you work. With a supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and customer service, employees benefit from exclusive discounts, free access to industry qualifications, and the opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment. Join us to be part of a friendly kitchen team that values your contributions and provides a rewarding experience.
