Sous Chef

Framlingham College is a co-educational boarding and day school which comprises of the Senior School in Framlingham and the Prep School in Brandeston. The catering department spans both sites to provide meals to over 500 boarding and day pupils who are the primary focus. The Kitchen team create their own balanced healthy and nutritious menus, all of which are prepared fresh & on site in our well-equipped kitchens.

We are looking for a reliable, efficient, and organised Sous Chef to join our busy Catering team. We offer hours that more sociable than industry standard; shifts are generally 8 hours long and scheduled between 6:00am and 7:30pm except for college functions which may run until later in the evening. We offer straight shifts only, no split shifts, and rotas are done in advance to ensure staff can retain a good life/work balance.

Due to the nature of a boarding school, the department works across seven days, but staff do enjoy 2 days off per week and a full two weeks off over the Christmas period when the school is closed. During term time Chefs prepare breakfast, lunch as well as dinners along with other various meals at events such as Boarding House Dinners. During non-term time the school catering team prepare meals for residential ‘Lets’ and sporting events such as Tennis tournaments, rugby fixtures etc.

The post is predominantly based at the senior school in Framlingham but on some occasions staff can be asked to work at the Prep School in Brandeston, as necessary. The Chefs at both sites work to the direction of the Head Chef and the whole kitchen team report to the Kitchen Manager.

The College offers its employees free membership to the Sports Centre which includes access to the pool, gym and discounts to fitness classes, squash and tennis courts. Staff have access to free parking when onsite, an independent pensions advisor, free meals when on duty and free uniform. We also work with several local businesses to offer discounts to staff. If you are looking for development and training, staff have access to a suite of online courses and receive regular ongoing training in various areas.

You will be working 40 hours a week, on a 5-day rolling rota for 52 weeks of the year. The post holder will also enjoy every other weekend off. The post attracts a salary of £29,120 (plus shift allowance), based on an hourly rate of £14.00.

To apply please complete an application form, copies of which can be requested along with the recruitment pack from the HR Department on 01728 723789, email: mailto:hr@framlinghamcollege.co.uk or from www.framlinghamcollege.co.uk.

 *Applications will be reviewed on receipt, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. 

Framlingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.