We are looking for a Chef for 4 days a week (32 hours) (qualified or part-qualified) to join our small and welcoming catering team at our residential theology college. You will be joining a team of four: chefs and kitchen assistants, preparing meals for our residential community, and supporting lunchtime service for students, staff and guests.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their catering career in a supportive environment, or for a chef wanting a role with better work-life balance than traditional restaurant kitchens.
Why Join us?
Daytime chef role no late evening restaurant service
No Christmas working
Free staff meals on shift and paid break.
Free on-site parking
Small, friendly team environment
Work within a residential college campus
You must have your own transport - there is NO public transport to the site.
Successful applicants will have:
A recognised catering qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)
Recently qualified chefs or final-year catering students are welcome to apply
Practical cooking skills and experience preparing food from set menus
Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety requirements
Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Rotas - 4 days a week (32 hours per week permanent contract)
Rotas are generally fixed, with occasional adjustments to cover holidays or sickness.
Monday to Friday Shifts: Variable hours between 8am and 6.30pm
S aturday Shift 10am to 6.30pm
Sunday Shift 10am to 3pm
Contact us for more information on hours of work. Open to some flexibility.
Benefits
6.8 weeks holiday in total including allowance for public holidays.
Kitchen closures over Christmas week
Paid lunch break
Free Lunch provided
On-site Parking
Use of Colleges facilities including sports Hall and Gym
Generous College Pension Scheme - 10% Employer Contributions
Free Life Assurance - 4x salary payout
If you would like to find out more about Moorlands College, our Mission and Values, and the idyllic rural location of our Christchurch Campus, at which the role would be based, please visit our website.
Applicants must by sympathetic to the vision and values of Moorlands College as a Christian Training Provider.
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