Job Description Assistant Cook 2 - Thurrock Salary: Starting at £23,656 per annum pro rata as part time / £12.26 per Hour Grade A Permanent Contract (3 posts) 20 Hours per Week (Service Dependant) Term Time (x 2 posts) 21.25 Hours per week (Service Dependant) Term Time (x 1 post) You will be required to prepare, produce, and deliver an excellent standard food service to the staff and pupils at schools in Thurrock, you must be able to organise, arrange and supervise all activities in the school kitchen, counter display and dining room area and must be prepared to cover where-ever required across Thurrock in other schools if needed. You will need to promote the service and keep abreast of new products, promotions, and any changes in legislation. Your main responsibilities will include: Promotion of the Catering Service and supporting the Head of Kitchen to keep abreast of new products & legislation, Support the Head of Kitchen and Catering Services to organise and deliver a high standard of service and customer care Support the Head of Kitchen with food preparation and cooking as required Participate in annual appraisals and any training required Support the Catering Service to increase uptake and business growth Full workplace training will be given, which includes food hygiene and safety training. A flexible approach with a 'can-do' attitude is required together with a pleasant personality and excellent customer care ethics. You must be able: To be available for work to cover in any site when required To undertake any training relevant to the substantive post To ensure compliance with Health & Safety at Work Act, Food Hygiene, Allergen Legislation To maintain awareness of and commitment to the Council's Equal Opportunity Policy in both relation to employment & service delivery Advert Closing Date Redeployment Only: 17th April 2025 Internal & External: 4th May 2025 Interview Date: TBC For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact the hiring manager Jayne Darlow - JDarlow@thurrock.gov.uk To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: Assistant_Cook_Cook_2_Job_Profile_Dec_24.pdf About Us Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. Our location Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road. Staff benefits We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome. Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council