This role at The Morley Academy, sits within our Education division - catering for students. Dedicated to providing high-quality, nutritious, fresh, and sustainable food for our younger generation, we're 100% committed to supporting a healthy diet. At Taylor Shaw & Edwards & Blake, we're driven by the knowledge that young people deserve and need the best food for their wellbeing; we do food with a difference.
Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.
What you'll be doing...
As an Assistant Cook / Baker, you'll support the kitchen team in preparing and cooking food to meet high standards of quality, hygiene, and presentation. You'll assist with daily kitchen tasks to help ensure smooth and efficient meal service.
Assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to menus and recipes
Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times
Help maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and equipment
Support stock rotation and inventory management
Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient service
Assist with portion control and presentation of dishes
Follow instructions and contribute to a positive team environment
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only, school hours, 25 hours per week
What can you bring? Some experience or interest in food preparation and cooking
Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
Ability to work well as part of a team
Good communication and time management skills
Willingness to learn and take direction
Physical stamina to work in a busy kitchen environment
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Our way of saying thank you...
At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.
FREE On-Site Lunches: Savour delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
Term Time Holidays: Offering you flexibility
Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme
Why it's great to work for us...
Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:
Workplaces & Office Space
Sporting Venues & Stadium
Attraction & Heritage Sites
Public Sector & Defence
Health, Care & Hospitals
Schools, Colleges & Universities
Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.
That's why 87% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!
Elior Celebrates Equality
At Elior, we're committed to creating a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging for all.
Ultimately, we believe it's our differences that make us stronger and enrich our work environment, which in turn makes Elior a great place to work!
By celebrating equality and diversity we've created a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their best work, where colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.
If you need any support or adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We're happy to help.
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