Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Rate: £15.68 per hour
Type: Temporary Assignment
Setting: Independent School

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Temporary Head Cook Opportunity in Huddersfield Independent School

Are you an experienced cook looking to lead a kitchen team and make a meaningful impact in an educational setting? Join Nightingale Chefs, part of the Chefs for Chefs family, and step into a rewarding role at a leading independent school in Huddersfield. We are seeking a skilled, adaptable, and reliable Temp Head Cook to manage daily kitchen operations, inspire your team, and uphold the highest standards in school catering.

Key Responsibilities – Head Cook Jobs in Education Catering

• Oversee the preparation, cooking, and serving of nutritious, balanced meals for students and staff.
• Lead and motivate a team of kitchen staff to deliver high-quality food service.
• Ensure strict compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage kitchen rotas, ordering, and inventory control efficiently.
• Maintain excellent organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards at all times.
• Adapt quickly to new environments and collaborate positively with school staff and catering management.

What We’re Looking For – Temp Head Cook Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience in a cook, lead cook, or head chef role, preferably in a school or similar contract catering environment.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness certification (essential).
• Current DBS certificate (registered on Update Service or issued within last 12 months, essential).
• Two up-to-date professional references (recent employment required).
• Demonstrable ability to lead kitchen teams and manage kitchen operations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and record-keeping skills.
• Safeguarding certification (preferred but not essential, relevant to schools/education).
• Adaptable, professional, and reliable approach.

Why Work With Nightingale Chefs? Flexible School Catering Jobs in Huddersfield

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.68 per hour (including holiday pay).
• Weekly pay to support your financial wellbeing.
• Flexible shifts and assignments to suit your schedule.
• Work-life balance with term-time friendly hours.
• Ongoing support, professional development, and the opportunity to work with respected independent schools in Yorkshire.
• Be part of Nightingale Chefs’ caring agency team, valued for your skills and dedication.

School Kitchen Head Cook – Immediate Start Available

If you have a passion for great food and take pride in leading teams to deliver exceptional catering in schools, this temporary Head Cook vacancy could be your perfect next step. Immediate starts available for the right candidate.

How to Apply for Temporary Head Cook Jobs in Huddersfield

Submit your up-to-date resume and confirmation of relevant certificates today. We look forward to welcoming committed culinary professionals who want to make a difference in educational catering settings!

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or background. If you require adjustments for the recruitment process, please let us know.