Contract Catering Chef

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Job Title: Contract Catering Chef

REQ Number: 600684

Location: High School of Dundee, Euclid Crescent, Dundee, DD1 1HU

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 3:00pm

Some occasional Saturday morning working on a rota basis

Term Time Only: 38 weeks + 5.6 holiday weeks (total 43.6 paid weeks per year)

Hourly rate: Up to £13.00 per hour, depending on experience

Join Our Catering Team at the High School of Dundee

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Chef to join our friendly catering team at the High School of Dundee. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant school environment where food is at the heart of the community.

As part of a small, supportive team, you’ll play a key role in preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals for up to 200 pupils daily. From breakfast to lunch—including a popular homemade pizza offering—you'll be involved in creating enjoyable, nutritious meals that make a difference.

What You'll Be Doing:

Preparing, cooking, and serving food for pupils and staff

Supporting breakfast, mid-morning, and lunch service

Assisting with hospitality catering for school events (buffet lunches, special events)

Contributing to cleaning and kitchen hygiene duties

Cross-training opportunities in both the nursery and primary school kitchens

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working in an educational kitchen is desirable

Basic knife and food preparation skills

Understanding of HACCP food safety systems

Good communication and food presentation skills

Familiarity with recipe management systems is a plus

A flexible, proactive approach and willingness to learn

This role would suit a chef with a solid foundation in kitchen work who is looking to grow and develop within a supportive team.

Perks & Benefits:

Access to employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail and leisure discounts

Online GP access

Apprenticeship and training opportunities

Enhanced PVG check included as part of the recruitment process

Take the next step in your culinary career and become part of a team where your skills and ideas will be valued. If you're passionate about good food and ready for a rewarding role with work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

About Aramark

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team –

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.