Senior Chef
Cheltenham
Bring your creativity, flair and passion for food to one of Cheltenham’s most prestigious
boarding schools!
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Senior Chef to join our Catering Department — a
friendly community right at the heart of College life. Every day, you’ll help shape the experience of our pupils through delicious, nutritious food that really makes a difference
A rarity in the culinary world, this role offers fantastic work life balance. This is a daytime role,
working on a rota basis between the hours of 6:30am – 8:00pm, during College term time only. The
rota will include some weekend shifts. In addition, there will be the opportunity to work extra shifts to
support an exciting range of functions and events during College holidays e.g. Weddings, Corporate
Events and Summer Schools etc.
Our talented Catering Department comprises of a team of 90 staff, running 11 kitchens across the
College site. As a Senior Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef within one of our boarding
houses, to craft menus that are both tasty, healthy and meet any dietary requirements of Pupils and
Staff.
To be successful in the role you must have good customer service skills, be a strong communicator,
and be able to work on your own initiative. In addition, you should be able to demonstrate effective
time management and an ability to work under pressure. For further information please view the
additional vacancy information pack.
If you have any questions, or you are interested in visiting one of our kitchens to find out more, then
please contact the Catering Services Manager, on the right of this advert.
Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and College reserves the
right to appoint at any time in the process.
Interview dates for this position are to be confirmed.
To apply, please click on Apply Now.
Cheltenham Ladies’ College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children.
Closing Date for Applications: 8pm, Thursday 10 September 2026
Salary: £15.58 per hour + holiday pay (£22,440.46 per annum plus holiday pay).
Hours Per Week: Full time. 40 hours per week. Term Time.

