Senior Chef

1 week ago


Cheltenham GL EP, United Kingdom CHELTENHAM LADIES' COLLEGE Full time £28,000 - £42,000 per year

Senior Chef (equivalent to a Chef de Partie) Full time - 40 hours per week during Term Time.

Hours fall between 6.30am and 8pm on a rota basis which includes some weekend shifts.

Hourly rate of £ £14.42 per hour (plus holiday pay), dependent upon experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative & dynamic Senior Chef to join our team and work within a prestigious boarding school based in the centre of Cheltenham. You will be part of a large and friendly community contributing to our Pupils' education and experience.

As a daytime role, operating during School Term Time only, and between the hours of 6:30am – 8pm, this position allows for a fantastic work life balance.

Our talented Catering Department comprises of a team of 90 staff, running 11 kitchens across the College site. The Senior Chef will work closely with the Head Chef, within one of our boarding houses, to produce tasty and healthy menus while working to meet any dietary requirements of Pupils and Staff. To allow for variety in the role, you will also have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of College events such as: Weddings, Corporate Events, Summer Schools etc.

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, Sarah Parker on or

Closing date of application is Sunday 30 November 2025 at 8pm.

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.

Cheltenham Ladies' College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children.


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