Chef

Do you dream of working in a beautiful, vibrant school environment where every day you create delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds? At Strathallan School, you won’t just cook—you’ll inspire, lead, and be part of a team that values creativity, passion, and excellence in every dish. Imagine mornings filled with fresh ingredients, bright kitchens, and the chance to see your food enjoyed by hundreds of students, staff, and visitors.

Bring your passion for food to life—cook with purpose and make every meal memorable!

Chef – Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose

Location:

Strathallan School, Forgandenny, Perth PH2 9EG
Salary: £13.78 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Pattern: 5 days over 7

At Strathallan School, great food is part of a great education. We’re looking for a passionate Chef to join our team and help deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to pupils, staff, and visitors in a welcoming school environment.

Founded in 1913, Strathallan has always been committed to bringing out the best in every pupil through a broad and inclusive education. Food plays a vital role in school life, and as part of the catering team, you’ll help create meals that fuel learning, wellbeing, and community.

Working with Sodexo, you’ll be part of a team that values tradition, innovation, and excellence—a place where you can grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference every day.

What You’ll Do

• Lead food preparation and service, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation
• Oversee food replenishment and maintain a clean, organised kitchen environment
• Support, mentor, and train kitchen staff to build a positive and motivated team
• Manage catering operations including labour, food, and stock control
• Maintain consistent food quality and service for students, staff, and visitors
• Contribute to menu planning and development to keep dishes fresh and exciting
• Carry out regular checks and audits to ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards

What You Bring

• Experience cooking in a large-scale catering environment (100–1300 students)
• Ability to follow recipes and deliver consistent results in a professional kitchen
• Previous team supervision or line management experience
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation
• Solid understanding of food safety and health & safety regulations
• Ability to remain calm and organised in a fast-paced kitchen
• Positive attitude, strong leadership skills, and a genuine passion for food

Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
• At least 1 year of hands-on cooking experience
• Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety will be provided

What We Offer

Joining Sodexo means more than just a job. You’ll benefit from:

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Full training and protective uniform provided
• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme offering legal, financial, and personal support
• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial wellbeing benefits
• Career development opportunities, apprenticeships, and training
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

Apply today and help us create a brighter future!

Safeguarding Notice

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require appropriate screening, including references and checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or Disclosure Scotland.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high number of applications are received.

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