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Here at Aspris, we are proud to be a leading provider of specialist education services with over 30 schools nationwide. We are recruiting for a Chef/Cook to join us in opening a new school for autistic children and young people (opening September 2025).
At Aspris Ridgeway School, we will empower pupils to reach their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment. We strive to inspire confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning, ensuring each student thrives both academically and personally.
What will Aspris Ridgeway look like?
* Aspris Ridgeway School will be a centre of autism expertise and excellence, educating up to 60 pupils aged 7-19 with identified autism needs and in receipt of an EHCP.
* A welcoming school environment with clearly defined specialist therapy and teaching areas, staffed and resourced to meet individual complex needs.
* A school with strong leadership and governance.
* A provider of opportunities that engage young people in appropriate learning, so they achieve outstanding progress relative to their starting points.
* A provider of a highly individualised, therapeutic based curriculum which prepares pupils with skills for lifelong learning.
* We aim to open initially with Y5 and Y6 pupils.
Our Benefits Include
* Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
* Blue Light discount card
* Flexible working
* Comprehensive induction
* Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
* Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
* Wellbeing support and more!
In this role, you will be responsible for the cooking within the school as well as the menu planning, shopping and adhering to set budgets within the school to deliver healthy, varied and nutritious diets for young people and the staff within the school. In addition, be responsible for the ensuring that the kitchen and associated areas are kept to a high standard of hygiene, including food and equipment storage.
You will ideally have a Level 1 certificate in Food, Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering and a valid food hygiene certificate, although training can be provided if needed.
As The School's Chef/Cook You Will Be Required To
* Plan, prepare, and cook fresh well-balanced meals for pupils and staff, considering their specific dietary requirements and preferences
* Collaborate with special education staff to develop interesting and varied menus that accommodate individual dietary restrictions and sensory needs
* Ensure that all meals are prepared and served in accordance with food safety regulations and best practices
* Maintain stock levels
* Maintain accurate records in accordance with health & safety policies
* Foster a positive dining experience for pupils by creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere during mealtimes
Above all, we provide a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can flourish in your career and feel incredibly rewarded by helping those who need it most.
If you would like an informal chat about this exciting role, or to organise a visit, please give Robyn a call on 07720891703 / email robynhill@aspris.com
If you want to progress your career, Aspris Children’s Services will help you get there.
Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools
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