Chef & Lunchtime Supervisor – Holiday Club

clubland-playscheme; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run holiday club in Surrey is seeking a Chef & Lunchtime Supervisor to prepare and serve meals to children, ensuring a positive lunchtime experience. The ideal candidate is experienced in cooking for groups and knowledgeable about food hygiene. This part-time role offers a starting pay rate of £12.21/hr, with numerous employee perks including a childcare discount and paid annual leave.

Benefits

75% discount on childcare for dependants

28 days paid annual leave

Free uniform, DBS, and training

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Discounted gym membership

Supportive family-run environment

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for groups in schools, nurseries, or community settings.
• Knowledgeable about food hygiene and dietary requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan & prepare a simple two-course menu each day.
• Cook & serve meals for a small group of children.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen.
• Supervise children during lunchtime to encourage good eating habits.
• Liaise with Playworkers and Club Managers to ensure seamless operation.

Skills

Cooking for groups

Food hygiene knowledge

Organisational skills

Friendly and supportive attitude

Job description

Cook with care. Serve with a smile. Make lunchtimes special.

Do you enjoy cooking fresh, simple meals and working with children? We’re looking for a Chef & Lunchtime Supervisor to join our Holiday Club team, preparing tasty two-course lunches (main and dessert) for between 5–30 children and supporting with lunchtime supervision.

At Clubland, we’re a small, family-run business passionate about giving children safe, fun, and enriching holiday experiences. Good food and a positive lunchtime routine are an important part of that – and that’s where you come in.

The Role

• Plan & prepare a simple two-course menu (main & dessert) each day, catering for dietary needs.
• Cook & serve meals for a small group of children (between 5–30).
• Keep it safe – follow food hygiene standards and maintain a clean, organised kitchen.
• Support lunchtime – sit with and supervise children, encouraging good eating habits and making sure lunchtime runs smoothly.
• Work as a team – liaise with Playworkers and Club Managers to keep things running seamlessly.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident and experienced in cooking for groups (schools, nurseries, or community settings ideal).
• Knowledgeable about food hygiene and dietary requirements (Food Hygiene training provided if needed).
• Organised, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Friendly and supportive – enjoys working around children and being part of a small team.

The Practical Bits

• Location: Oxshott, Surrey
• Hours: 10:00–13:00, Monday to Friday during school holidays (job share available)
• Contract: Part-time, permanent, variable hours
• Pay: £12.21/hr starting rate, plus 12.07% holiday pay uplift (total £13.68/hr). Pay increases with training and years of service.
• Training:Food hygiene training included and paid for

We know working with children is rewarding – but we also make sure our staff feel valued too:

• 75% discount on childcare for your dependants (10% for wider family)
• 28 days paid annual leave
• Free uniform, DBS, and training
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
• Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Discounted gym membership
• A supportive, friendly, family-run environment where your ideas matter

We are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

👉 Love cooking and want to make lunchtimes fun, healthy, and relaxed? Apply now and be part of our holiday team!

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