Job ID: S-U-4918 - Third Chef (Live In)

Are you a passionate or aspiring chef looking for a rewarding role in a friendly, supportive team? Do you want a great work-life balance while still doing what you love?Bedales School in Hampshire is looking for a Live in Third Chef to join our vibrant catering team, creating delicious meals for our students and staff. You’ll work in a professional kitchen alongside experienced chefs, supporting the Second Chef in delivering high-quality meals.Why Join Us?Great Work-Life Balance – Enjoy school holidays off! (Mostly term-time role)Competitive Pay – £25,749 annual salaryAccommodation provided (one bedroom flat)Free Meals – Enjoy breakfast & lunch on us during term timeCareer Development – Opportunities for growth & trainingFantastic Benefits – Pension, healthcare cash plan, life Assurance, personal accident cover and Employee Assistance ProgrammeSupportive Team – Work with friendly colleagues in a positive environmentFree On-Site Parking & Uniform ProvidedWhat We’re Looking For:Catering Experience – Preferably in a high-volume kitchenPassion for Food & Service – Motivated by quality & great customer experienceTeam Player – Friendly, approachable, and reliableFlexible & Hardworking – Can work under pressure and adapt when neededHigh Standards – Good personal hygiene and tidy appearanceAn NVQ Level 2 in Catering is preferred but not essential. We would welcome applications from people who are interested in obtaining this qualification with our support.DutiesPreparing and cooking food items to the specifications determined by the Head ChefBeing responsible for the provision of meals of excellent standards whilst working within the constraints of the catering budget and to a minimum wastage policyWorking to high standards of hygiene and basic food hygieneHours of Work45 hours per week term time (includes weekends), usually 33 weeks per annum, plus an additional 240 hours to be worked over the year normally during half terms for deep cleaning and/or pre and post term. The post will be contracted up to a total of 42 weeks per annum.This post is Regulated Activity.Pre-Appointment ChecksAll candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.How to ApplyIf you are interested in applying for this post please read the Job Description which includes full details regarding the post. CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form.For further details on how to apply, please visit the recruitment portal on the Bedales Schools website:Working for us | Teaching Jobs & Careers | Bedales SchoolAll enquiries relating to the recruitment process, should be forwarded to recruitment@bedales.org.ukClosing date: Friday 3 July 2026.Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response.Safeguarding Statement:The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including