Gloucestershire's largest comprehensive school, with over 200 staff and approximately 1,800 students, is seeking a Cook to join the catering team and support the provision of catering facilities.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1 week), Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 13:55, with a 30-minute unpaid break.
Responsibilities:
* Take responsibility for the preparation of hot and cold food and assist with food service across all areas of the school.
* Help plan daily menus with the Catering Lead, considering special dietary requirements (e.g., allergens), and assist with stock ordering.
* Develop and improve catering services to deliver healthy, high-quality meals that meet nutritional standards and comply with DFE food policy.
* Ensure sufficient food availability throughout the school day.
* Minimize wastage to maintain operational efficiency and profitability.
* Assist with serving staff and students, using the school's till system.
* Maintain hygienic standards in accordance with management policies and relevant food safety regulations.
Ideal Candidate:
* Allergy Awareness qualification
* HACCP training
* Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
* Experience in catering, preferably in mass catering or school kitchens
* Experience in menu planning and costing
* Good communication skills
* Experience in health and safety record keeping
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and pension
* Generous annual leave
* Wellbeing support
* Family-friendly policies
* Onsite parking and cycle storage
* Free gym access
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted gift cards and tech schemes
* Staff social events
* Access to school dining facilities
* Support for further study and professional development
* Statutory benefits including sick, maternity, parental, and adoption leave
If this role interests you, please click apply now. The closing date is Friday 27th June at 09:00.
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