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Cafeteria Chef Position Available

Poole (with potential travel to other local sites)

Hours: 30 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 7:15 am – 1:45 pm)

Weeks per year: 38 (Term Time Only)

Join a Friendly and Professional Catering Team in Poole

City Centre Recruitment is seeking a reliable and experienced Cafeteria Cook Lead to join a welcoming catering team based in Poole. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for food and leadership, looking for a stable, term-time role with a great work-life balance.

The Role includes:

• Preparing, cooking, and serving meals and beverages to a high standard

• Developing menus that are cost-effective and meet current food trends

• Managing stock control and placing food orders

• Receiving, checking, and storing deliveries

• Supervising a small team of catering staff on a day-to-day basis

• Ensuring allergen and food safety standards are consistently met

• Monitoring food and equipment temperatures and maintaining hygiene practices

• Supporting hospitality orders and event catering as required

Some travel to nearby local sites may occasionally be required.

About You

✅ Strong cooking and food preparation experience

✅ Confidence leading a small team

✅ A flexible, hands-on approach and ability to work under pressure

✅ Excellent customer service skills

✅ A good level of general education, including English and Maths

Desirable but not essential:

• Level 3 Food Safety qualification

• Previous experience in a school, college, or similar catering setting

• Knowledge of health & safety and allergen management

Benefits

✔️ Term-time only working – enjoy all school holidays off

✔️ Daytime hours – no late evenings or weekends

✔️ Supportive team environment

✔️ Opportunities for ongoing training

Apply Now

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced cook or chef looking for a better work-life balance in a supportive catering setting.

To apply, or for more information, please contact City Centre Recruitment today. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

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