WISE Academies
St Andrew's Road, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6RY
Cook in Charge – Temporary Absence Cover
SCP 5 – 6: £14,577- £14,808 per annum (£25,583 - £25,989 pro rata)
25 hours per week, Term Time Only plus 2 days (38.4 weeks)
Vacancy reference: SA/ Please quote this vacancy reference number when referring to the job.
We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and passionate Cook in Charge to join our enthusiastic team of professionals. This post is on a temporary contract for absence cover.
In this role you will be required to supervise all staff in the catering operation within the Academy. You will complete administrative requirements, purchase stock as well as prepare healthy meals for pupils. Ensuring all staff are up to date with annual food safety training; food hygiene, allergen awareness and any changes to food legislation.
At St Andrew's Academy we are dedicated to providing a happy and caring community where everyone feels safe, valued and equal. We give the key to open the doors to lifelong possibilities and achievements in a diverse and ever-changing, modern world. Our fantastic team has a strong commitment to high quality teaching and learning. We believe in the development of the "whole child" as an individual and endeavour to encourage them towards a successful future where they will use the skills and qualities they have learned to become responsible global citizens in an ever changing world.
The successful candidate will:
* Supervise all relevant personnel in school and welfare catering operations.
* Complete all relevant administration, purchasing, stock control, staff rotas and financial processes in accordance with Wise Academies Trust procedures and standing orders.
* Prepare and produce relevant food and beverage in line with pupil requirements and legislation.
* Pro-actively work in partnership to promote healthy eating and sales.
* Ensure that the correct procedures are completed in relation to the operation of financial systems.
* Assist in the preparation, serving and presentation of all food and beverages as directed by the Head Teacher and Catering Services Manager whilst ensuring high level of customer satisfaction.
The mission of WISE Academies is to provide a high quality educational community, which offers life-changing opportunities in a safe, creative and exciting environment.
We can offer you:
* The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team in WISE Academies.
* Exceptionally enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
* A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos.
* An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community.
* A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times.
* Ongoing commitment to your professional development.
WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure Barring Services. The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible.
WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online.
Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK.
You can apply online through the North East Jobs Website, go to WISE Academies Jobs and click Apply for Cook in Charge - Temporary - St Andrew's Academy
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For any queries, please contact WISE Recruitment Team by telephone [option 5] or e-mail
Please quote the vacancy reference when requesting additional information.
Closing date: 12 noon Friday 21st November 2025
Shortlisting: Monday 24th November
Interviews: Wednesday 26th November
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £14,577.00-£14,808.00 per year
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 21/11/2025
Reference ID: SA/ 287680