Assistant Cook

Shorefields; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership Academy

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Bardfield Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), is seeking an Assistant Cook to join our catering team. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils, uphold food hygiene standards, and support a safe, welcoming dining area during school hours.

The role is 20 hours 50 minutes per week, Monday to Friday from 9:50am to 2:00pm, with safeguarding and DBS checks required as part of safer recruitment practices.

Qualifications

• Assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals for pupils.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming dining environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals for pupils.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Support the catering team during school meal periods.

Skills

Food hygiene

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3255-256S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 3, Point 6-7

Position Start Date: 02/11/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 05/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Monday 12th October 2026

Scale: Scale 3 Point 6-7 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Interview Date: Monday 12th October 2026

Nourish, Prepare and Support - Assistant Cook Wanted!

Are you a passionate and organised Cook? Bardfield Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), is looking for an Assistant Cook to join our vibrant team!

At SEAT, we believe in belonging, compassion, curiosity, and empowerment-values that shape our commitment to excellence in education. In this role, you'll assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals for our pupils while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and providing a safe, welcoming environment.

You will be required to work 20 hours 50 minutes per week; Monday to Friday 9:50am to 2:00pm.

What's in it for you?

• A supportive and inclusive work environment where you're truly valued
• A Leadership Academy to fuel your professional growth
• A strong focus on staff well-being through our Employee Assistance Programme
• The chance to be part of a committed, forward-thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues

If you're ready to make a real impact and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!

At the South Essex Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively promote equality of opportunity for all.

Bardfield Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to uphold this commitment. We adhere to safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references.

We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Assistant Cook

The Basildon Academies, Basildon Closing: 14/10/2026 Midnight