Assistant Chef

Earn £29,159.93 (live-off rate) per annum (our pay system is benchmarked and fair). Full Time Permanent Contract. Accommodation & meal packages available (optional) at a generous rate with zero charge for bills or utilities.

PGL is shaping the next generation through extraordinary residential adventures. Our award-winning programmes help children discover the fun of being outdoors, promote wellbeing, develop character, and build real-world skills for life.

Will you join the adventure?

We’re proud to be part of PGL Beyond, a network of educational travel brands that empowers young people to explore, grow and thrive – through exceptional experiences that go beyond the classroom. Together, we’re making a difference.

Make a difference as an Assistant Chef. Fuel children for adventure and provide nourishing meals in a warm, inviting dining room. Our catering team prides itself on serving tasty, high-quality, nutritious meals to keep the adventure going. Enjoy a balanced schedule with no late nights and guaranteed Friday or Saturday evenings off each week during non-peak periods.

• Prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals for guests.
• Work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Support guests and team members in the dining room.

• Demonstrate energy, drive, and determination.
• Enjoy the buzz of a busy kitchen in a fun and friendly team.
• Personable with excellent communication skills.
• Excellent food safety, hygiene, and dietary knowledge.

Our core values of FUN
, SAFETY
, QUALITY
, INCLUSIVITY
, TEAMWORK and RESPECT unite us.

No matter your background, ethnicity, sexuality/gender identity, SEND, neurodivergence or anything else… PGL is a place to be yourself, have fun, use your valuable skills for good and celebrate what makes you brilliantly unique.

• 20 days annual leave (+8 bank holidays), birthday off, paid volunteering days.
• Option to purchase additional holiday.
• Career growth, mentoring, multiple pathways across UK or French locations.
• 24/7 access to Wellbeing Hub and Employee Assistance Program.
• Sector-leading family-friendly policies and contributory pension.
• Financial wellbeing platform for borrowing or saving directly from your salary.
• Free/discounted PGL breaks for your family and discounts at 800+ retailers.

All centre-based employees and some specific Head Office employees must undergo an Enhanced criminal record check (DBS or PVG). You will need to provide a 5-year address history and  (e.g., passport, birth certificate). Certain convictions may affect your application; we assess each case individually.

We hire the best talent and value a diverse, inclusive team; we are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone.