Job Title: Assistant Chef - JCG
Post requires candidate to be entitled for work: Yes
Salary Range: £39,384.69 to £41,815.37
Shift Allowance:
Contract Type: Permanent
Full time/Part Time: Full Time
Term Time only post: Yes
Advert Closing Date: 11/01/2026
Job Overview
Are you passionate about creating fresh, nutritious food and supporting a dynamic kitchen team to deliver excellent customer service?
Do you have a positive “Can Do” attitude and a love for working with seasonal ingredients?
Would you like a role that offers career development, a balanced lifestyle, and the chance to make a real impact on young people’s relationship with food - while still enjoying Christmas with your family?
We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant/Sous Chef to join our catering team and help deliver high-quality, on-trend menus that inspire healthy eating and sustainability. Working closely with our Executive Chef, you will play a key role in food preparation, menu development, and maintaining high standards of presentation and hygiene.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Have proven banqueting experience in a professional kitchen, ideally in a similar role.
- Be passionate about fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
- Demonstrate strong teamwork skills and the ability to support and motivate others.
- Show creativity and attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
- Be committed to delivering exceptional service for both daily meals and hospitality events.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your culinary skills in a supportive environment where innovation and quality are valued.
Jersey College for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Screening, including a DBS check is routinely carried out on successful applicants.
For further information on this role please contact Julie Forsyth, College Bursar on 01534 516205 or by email on j.forsyth@jcg.sch.je
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Jersey Public Service Careers
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