Is school cook pay in Kensington and Chelsea higher than the UK average?

Yes — school cook pay in Kensington and Chelsea runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time).

Which nearby cities pay school cooks more than Kensington and Chelsea?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Kensington and Chelsea" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Kensington and Chelsea

School Cook Salary in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a school cook earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

Average base salary in Kensington and Chelsea

£25,960 per year

per year in Kensington and Chelsea · NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£23,600 per year£25,960 per year£29,500 per year

Prepares meals in the school kitchen. Term-time only. School Cook pay in Kensington and Chelsea is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for school cooks near Kensington and Chelsea

Compare average school cook pay in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring areas.

City	Average school cook salary	Jobs
Kensington and Chelsea This location	£25,960 per year	View jobs
Keighley	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Kelso	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Kendal	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Kent	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Keswick	£20,900 per year	View jobs
Kettering	£20,900 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to School Cook get paid in Kensington and Chelsea?

Academy Trustee in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

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Accounts Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

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Activities Coordinator in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£32,450 per year

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Frequently asked questions about school cook pay in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a school cook earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

The average salary for a school cook in Kensington and Chelsea is £25,960 per year, typically ranging from £23,600 per year to £29,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kensington and Chelsea a well-paid area for school cooks?

Kensington and Chelsea pays school cooks around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time).

Which schools and agencies hire school cooks in Kensington and Chelsea?

Live school cook openings in Kensington and Chelsea rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school cook in Kensington and Chelsea increase their salary?

School Cooks in Kensington and Chelsea typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time), taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between school cook pay in Kensington and Chelsea and nationally?

Nationally the average is £22,000 per year. In Kensington and Chelsea it's £25,960 per year — a premium of £3,960 per year versus the UK average.

School Cook jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Live school cook vacancies in Kensington and Chelsea from schools, trusts and agencies.

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