Sous Chef

The purpose of this role is to support the production of over 1200 meals a day within in a fast-paced catering environment, To ensure food is prepared and presented in accordance with School standards, timings and needs. To ensure Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards are maintained. Main duties and responsibilities

• Produce food required for the day's menu to the required standard.
• Clearly communicate instructions and offer guidance on food preparation and delivery to team members in conjunction with the Catering Manager and Senior Sous Chef.
• Ensure food, as per menu, is available for service times and is portioned and garnished. Responsible for the daily menus meeting the required quality standards including presentation and taste prior to service, reporting issues to the Senior Sous Chef or Catering Manager.
• Replenish service counters where necessary.
• Ensure knowledge of the operation of any kitchen equipment you are required to use, and apply accordingly, utilising all safety measures.
• Assist with mis-en-place for the following day's menu.
• Assist when necessary in food preparation for any function.
• Discuss and develop menus with the Chefs in line with the budget constraints.
• Assist where necessary, in the cleaning of work services, storage areas, utensils and equipment.
• Check deliveries for quantities and quality when necessary. Check and record temperatures and cleanliness of delivery vehicle.
• Requirement to safely lift heavy and at times hot equipment and products using the resources provided.
• Comply with Health & Safety Regulations and Fire Policy, reporting hazards to Management
• Maintain School hygiene standards and follow the HACCP system in place. Ensure all food in fridges are correctly labelled. Ensure correct chopping boards are used for each job.
• Assist other staff in the completion of their duties where necessary
• Promote good relationships with other staff members and with customers.
• Attend internal meetings as detailed by your Line Manager.
• Working across all other areas within the Catering Department providing cover during periods of absence as and when required
Hours Monday to Friday, 8am - 3pm 35 hours per week (Full-time across the year) 30-minutes paid lunch Requirement to work alternate Saturdays (5 hours) during term time. Interviews to be held w/c 17th August 2026 Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting/interviews will progress up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, we reserve the right to close the advert early. Merchant Taylors' School is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As this role will bring you into contact with children you are expected to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Monday to Friday, 8am - 3pm 35 hours per week (Full-time across the year) 30-minutes paid lunch Requirement to work alternate Saturdays (5 hours) during term time.