About this role
Bancroft’s, one of the country’s 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 Bancroft’s School’s food standards.
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 Chef De Partie and will report directly to the Junior Sous Chefs.
Working Hours
This 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.
Remuneration
Salary: £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.
Bancroft’s School creates a happy learning environment, where bright children are challenged and supported to become the best versions of themselves. Bancroft’s 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 https://www.bancrofts.org/about-us/vacancies/ or email: recruitment@bancrofts.org
Closing date: 10am on Friday 29th May 2026.
Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 1st June 2026.
Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applica