Head of Kitchen
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.02 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Thurrock |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | BBS Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | BBS/Thurrock |
Summary
BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the public sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Kitchen to work in schools for our client based in Thurrock and surrounding areas.
Head of Kitchen Job Role:
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef/Cook to join our School Meal Service team in Thurrock. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a friendly, flexible environment, delivering high-quality meals to pupils and staff across multiple school sites.
Working hours: 22.5 hours per week
Key Duties of Head of Kitchen:
• Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard for pupils and staff
• Organise and supervise all kitchen, counter, and dining room activities
• Support menu planning, food ordering, and stock control
• Promote the catering service and contribute to increasing meal uptake
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations
Requirements of Head of Kitchen:
• Previous experience working as a Chef/Cook, ideally in a school
• Knowledge of food hygiene, safety standards, and allergen legislation
• Ability to manage and organise a busy kitchen environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly across different locations
• Relevant food hygiene certification
• Experience in supervising or managing a small team
• Enhanced DBS
If you are interested, please apply with your CV.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Kitchen to work in schools for our client based in Thurrock and surrounding areas.
Head of Kitchen Job Role:
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef/Cook to join our School Meal Service team in Thurrock. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a friendly, flexible environment, delivering high-quality meals to pupils and staff across multiple school sites.
Working hours: 22.5 hours per week
Key Duties of Head of Kitchen:
• Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard for pupils and staff
• Organise and supervise all kitchen, counter, and dining room activities
• Support menu planning, food ordering, and stock control
• Promote the catering service and contribute to increasing meal uptake
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations
Requirements of Head of Kitchen:
• Previous experience working as a Chef/Cook, ideally in a school
• Knowledge of food hygiene, safety standards, and allergen legislation
• Ability to manage and organise a busy kitchen environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly across different locations
• Relevant food hygiene certification
• Experience in supervising or managing a small team
• Enhanced DBS
If you are interested, please apply with your CV.