Bancrofts, one of the countrys leading co-educational day schools, are looking for a talented Commis Chef to assist with food preparation, a quality food receipt, storage of food and production. They will provide quality meals for colleagues and our students by following designated recipes to meet with Bancrofts Schools food standards.
If you are considering sending an application, make sure to hit the apply button below after reading through the entire description.The role of Commis Chef is an essential link in ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen operation. Working to tight timescales whilst being flexible and understanding of school activities, the role requires someone that can work with all the catering team members in a harmonious and co-operative manner to maintain a good working and professional atmosphere.This role will be line managed by the Junior Sous Chefs.Working HoursThis role is full-time at 40 hours per week and term time (34 weeks) plus 2 weeks, including the INSET days. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7.00am 3.30pm with a half an hour unpaid lunch break. Flexibility will be required in line with the needs of the School as arranged with the Line Manager.RemunerationSalary: £25,624 – £26,624 per annum, actual salary (FTE: £32,029 – £33,280 per annum).We offer a generous benefits package, including a competitive salary, and have a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development for all of our staff.Bancrofts School creates a happy learning environment, where bright children are challenged and supported to become the best versions of themselves. Bancrofts is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.For further details and an application pack, please visit our website via the apply button.Closing date: 10am on Monday 15 June 2026.Interviews: w/c Monday 15 June 2026.Start date: September 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview early applicants should a suitable candidate apply.Bancrofts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Applicants are required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Bancrofts may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants, and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their applications. xwzovoh The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Bancrofts is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are spent unless they are protected under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children….