School Cook: Heswall Primary School
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join the team at one of our primary schools in Heswall. You will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and delicious meals for our students, ensuring they are well:fed and ready to learn. This is a term:time position, offering a great work:life balance.
Pay: GBP14.50 : GBP16.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As a School Cook, youll be responsible for the full catering operation, including:
* Menu Planning: Creating varied, healthy, and appealing menus that comply with government nutritional guidelines and cater to a range of dietary needs and allergies.
* Food Preparation and Cooking: Preparing and cooking meals from scratch using fresh, seasonal ingredients for a large volume of pupils and staff.
* Kitchen Management: Managing stock levels, placing orders, and adhering to a set budget to ensure cost:effective operations.
* Hygiene and Safety: Maintaining impeccable standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety in line with regulations.
* Team Leadership: Overseeing kitchen assistants and other catering staff to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
Benefits of Working With Us:
We believe in supporting our staff and providing a rewarding work environment. Benefits include:
* Excellent Work:Life Balance: This is a term:time only role, meaning you get all school holidays off You can enjoy extended breaks during Christmas, Easter, and the summer, which is a rare perk in the catering industry.
* Rewarding Work: Youll be making a direct, positive impact on the health and well:being of young students.
* Competitive Pay: We offer a strong hourly rate that reflects your experience and skills.
* Referral Scheme: We value your network Refer a friend or colleague for a role, and once theyve successfully completed their probationary period, youll receive a GBP300 voucher as a thank you (Terms and Conditions apply).
Skills and Qualifications Needed:
To be a successful candidate, you must have:
* Essential: Proven experience as a Cook, with significant experience working in a school environment.
* Food Safety: A strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards, preferably with a relevant Level 2 or 3 Food Safety in Catering qualification.
* Organisational Skills: Excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a busy kitchen and deliver meals on a strict schedule.
* Communication: The ability to work collaboratively with school staff, including the headteacher, and be approachable to students and parents.
* A passion for healthy eating and a genuine interest in providing nutritious meals for children.
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