London Borough of Islington
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We are seeking a friendly, professional, organised, and enthusiastic Head Chef to join our secondary school team. The successful candidate will lead our school catering service, ensuring that pupils and staff receive nutritious and appetising meals each day.
This is an excellent opportunity for an e
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Posted on 25/09/2026
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Vacancy Reference Number
3261
End Date:
12 Oct 2026 at 23:59
School Name
Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School (ID:18)
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Islington Council
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£37,142 - £38,936
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Hours Per Week
35
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About The Role
We are seeking a friendly, professional, organised, and enthusiastic Head Chef to join our secondary school team. The successful candidate will lead our school catering service, ensuring that pupils and staff receive nutritious and appetising meals each day.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who enjoys working in a busy school environment, has a passion for preparing fresh and nutritious food, and takes pride in creating a positive dining experience for young people.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, leading the catering team, maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene, and ensuring that the catering service operates efficiently and effectively.
Responsible for:
The full catering team (kitchen assistants, supporting agency staff), the dining hall and serveries, and the overall catering provision
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Requisition Details
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- Employer: London Borough of Islington
- Location: London Borough of Islington
- Closing Date: 12 Oct 2026 at 23:59
- Contract: Permanent
- Last Verified: 2026-10-10
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