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Head Chef

Islington Council

Reference: JGP/25/880005

  • Islington, London
  • £37,142 - £38,936
  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Posted on 25/09/2026

We are seeking a friendly, professional, organised, and enthusiastic Head Chef to join our secondary school team. The successful candidate will lead our school catering service, ensuring that pupils and staff receive nutritious and appetising meals each day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who enjoys working in a busy school environment, has a passion for preparing fresh and nutritious food, and takes pride in creating a positive dining experience for young people.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, leading the catering team, maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene, and ensuring that the catering service operates efficiently and effectively.

Responsible for: The full catering team (kitchen assistants, supporting agency staff), the dining hall and serveries, and the overall catering provision
 

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  • Closing date: 25/09/2031 at 00:00