Salary: £27,040 to £29,120 depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: as soon as possible
Contract Options: all-year-round with 6.6 weeks holiday
Are you passionate about fresh food, high-quality ingredients and exceptional customer service? We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled Chefs de Partie to join our thriving catering operation at Cokethorpe School.
Working as part of a professional and supportive team, you will prepare and present nutritious, high-quality meals for the School community, contribute to hospitality and special events, and help maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and service. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and motivated chef who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding food experiences.
What we’re looking for
- NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
- A genuine passion for food and hospitality
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A positive, reliable and proactive approach
- Flexibility to support occasional evening and weekend events
- Experience in a school or large-scale catering environment is desirable
Benefits include
- Generous pay scale
- Fee discount for children of permanent staff (subject to criteria)
- Free meals during term time
- Free use of sporting facilities, including gym, tennis courts and golf course
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Free parking
- Annual flu vaccination
- Subsidised social events and additional staff benefits
How to Apply
Please submit the following as separate PDF documents in a single email to recruitment@cokethorpe.org:
- A covering letter addressed to Mrs Harriet Stapleton, Bursar, outlining your suitability for the role
- A completed Cokethorpe School Support Staff Application Form
Application forms can be sent to applicants by post on request or can be downloaded below. Please email recruitment@cokethorpe.org with your name and address and the position you are interested in or call Mrs Sophie Crossley, Head of Human Resources, on 01993 892359.
For informal enquiries, or for more information, please contact General Services Manager, Claire Sheldon, on 07776 690111
Key Dates
Closing Date: Midday Wednesday 9 September 2026
Interviews: week commencing Monday 14 September 2026
