20-Hour Term-Time School Kitchen Assistant

Protocol Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 9,900 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20 hours per week

Term-time only

Temporary six-month contract

Weekly pay through Protocol Education

Opportunity to influence pupil meals

Job summary

Protocol Education is working with a Sunderland primary school to recruit an experienced Assistant Cook. You will work with the Cook in Charge to prepare, cook and serve meals, while upholding high hygiene and food safety standards in a busy school kitchen.

This role is 20 hours per week, term-time only, with weekly pay. The school values nutritious meals and a supportive, collaborative kitchen team, and you will have opportunities to contribute to menus and food presentation while safeguarding

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Food Hygiene qualification, or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for supporting children's wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and producing healthy meals in line with nutritional guidelines.
• Assisting with food preparation and cooking activities.
• Serving meals to pupils and staff.
• Following COSHH and HACCP procedures.
• Supporting stock control and kitchen administration.
• Setting up and clearing dining areas.
• Assisting with menu planning and food presentation.
• Deputising for the Cook in Charge when required.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Food hygiene procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Experience in fast-paced environment

Education

Food Hygiene qualification

Job description

Protocol Education is working with a Sunderland primary school to recruit an experienced Assistant Cook. You will work with the Cook in Charge to prepare, cook and serve meals, while upholding high hygiene and food safety standards in a busy school kitchen.

This role is 20 hours per week, term-time only, with weekly pay. The school values nutritious meals and a supportive, collaborative kitchen team, and you will have opportunities to contribute to menus and food presentation while safeguarding