Assistant Cook

MyNewTerm; Croydon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous pension

Blue Light Card

Art Pass

Employee assistance

Gym discounts

Eye tests

Cycle to work

Supportive organisation

Job summary

Greenshaw Learning Trust is seeking an Assistant Cook for St Peter's Primary School in Croydon to help prepare nutritious meals and maintain high hygiene standards, creating a welcoming dining environment for pupils and staff.

You will work with the kitchen team to plan, prepare and serve balanced meals while ensuring safety compliance and smooth daily operations in a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• Must have catering qualifications or school/commercial catering experience.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP and COSHH.
• Awareness of allergens and safe meal preparation guidelines.
• Experience handling fresh food in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to stay calm and provide friendly, supportive service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the school kitchen with the Cook and wider team.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Plan and prepare well-balanced, nutritious meals for pupils and staff according to guidelines.
• Assist with cleaning of the kitchen and equipment.
• Support smooth operation from opening to close of the day.

Skills

Catering experience

HACCP

COSHH

Allergens knowledge

Fresh food experience

Team player

Calm under pressure

Humor

Education

Catering qualifications

Job description

Do you want to work in a rewarding environment and make a difference beyond the classroom?

A healthy, enjoyable lunchtime experience is an important part of every school day, giving pupils the energy they need to learn, grow and thrive.

As Assistant Cook at St Peter's Primary School, you'll play a key role in preparing and serving nutritious meals, maintaining high food hygiene standards and creating a positive dining environment where every pupil feels welcome.

About the Role

In this role, you will assist in preparing and servin gnutritious meals while maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards. You will support the smooth running of the kitchen, provide a welcoming service to pupils and staff, and help create a positive dining experience that encourages healthy eating habits.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and is passionate about providing high quality school meals in a friendly and supportive environment.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Assist in the day to day running and management of the school kitchen, liaising with the Cook and wider team to ensure our pupils are served delicious healthy meals.
• Ensure hygiene and health and safety standards are met at all times.
• Help to plan and prepare well-balanced, nutritious meals for pupils and staff according to established menu guidelines.
• Assisting with the cleaning of the kitchen and kitchen equipment.
• Any other duties that will help the smooth operation of the kitchen from the start to the end of the day.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has the relevant qualifications required for the role and/or experience of catering within a school or commercial organisation.
• Has sound knowledge of HACCP and COSHH.
• Has current knowledge of allergens and how to manage the preparation of meals ensuring that current guidelines are adhered to.
• Has proven experience of working with fresh food.
• Has the right qualifties to work in a calm manner within a busy, stressful environment.
• Values a supportive work environment.
• Has a good sense of humour and is not afraid of hard work!!

About St Peter's Primary School

We are a two form entry infant and primary school located in South Croydon with 420 pupils ranging in age from 4 to 11. Our school has a close knit family feel with local community ties. We have a friendly staff team who are dedicated and hard working and place the needs of our pupils at the heart of everything they do. Our headteacher, Caroline Barriball, values all staff equally and understands that every role in a school is important and adds value to our pupils in different ways, whether in the classroom or the kitchen.St. Peter's is a values school with 6 core values that underpin everything we do. Please take a look at our school website to find out more about our wonderful school.

Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.

We offer our staff:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

If you share our commitment to helping every child thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

The closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on Thursday 15th October. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.