Head 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 700 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 Head Chef to join our busy Catering team. We offer hours that are 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 being a boarding school, the department works across seven days, but do enjoy a full two weeks off over the Christmas period as the school shuts down. During term time kitchen staff 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 meals are prepared 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 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 catering 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 have also worked with a number of 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 ongoing training in various areas. 

This is a full-time year-round role, working an average 40 hours a week, on a 5-day rolling rota, the post holder will also enjoy every other weekend off. The post attracts an annual salary of £29,849.

To discuss the role further, please contact Lorraine Stratford, Front of House Manager on 01728 727 242 email: lstratford@framlinghmacollege.co.uk

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 or email: Recruitment@framlinghamcollege.co.uk. Click 'Apply Now' to download our application form. 

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.