School Assistant Cook

Permanent | Part-Time | Term Time Only
Hours: 20 hours per week
Working Weeks: Term Time Only
Sector: Catering / Education

Help us create something special!

Are you passionate about food, enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in preparing nutritious meals?
We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and reliable School Assistant Cook to join a brand-new specialist school opening in January 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a new team and help establish a welcoming, positive and inclusive school environment from day one.
The school will support children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. It will provide a nurturing, supportive and aspirational environment where every young person is encouraged to thrive.

The Role

As a School Assistant Cook, you will support the preparation and serving of nutritious, balanced meals for pupils and staff, helping to ensure that the school kitchen operates efficiently and maintains high standards of food hygiene and safety.
Working alongside the Cook and wider catering team, you will play an important role in providing a positive dining experience for pupils, taking into consideration individual dietary requirements and allergies.
Your responsibilities will include:

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  Assisting with the preparation, cooking and serving of meals.
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  Preparing ingredients and supporting the daily kitchen operations.
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  Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a high standard.
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  Following food hygiene, health and safety and food safety procedures.
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  Maintaining a clean, tidy and hygienic kitchen and dining area.
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  Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils and work surfaces.
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  Supporting stock rotation, deliveries and food storage.
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  Following allergen procedures and catering requirements, including special dietary needs.
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  Working collaboratively with the catering team to ensure meals are delivered on time.
  
  Will need a full Enhanced DBS on the Update service.