Assistant Cook

Shorefields; Wickford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Wickford seeks a friendly Assistant Cook to join their busy kitchen. The role involves maintaining hygiene, serving meals, and assisting with meal prep. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, motivated, and possess catering experience.

Benefits

Personalised CPD opportunities

Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

LGPS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

24/7 GP services

Qualifications

• Must be highly motivated and committed.
• Good sense of humour and flexibility are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Serve meals to children and assist with meal preparation.

Skills

Catering experience

Adaptability

Team spirit

Job description

Job Details

Ref No. ECC2901-169S

Position Type: Catering

Pay Range: Scale 3 - Point 5 (points 5-6, Actual Salary £1)

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Contract Type: Part-time, Fixed-term up to 31st August 2025

Application Close: 23/05/2025 Midday

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Working Hours

21 hours 30 minutes per week, Monday to Thursday 9.15am - 1.30pm, Friday 9.15am - 1.45pm

Job Description

We are seeking a friendly Assistant Cook to join our busy kitchen. Main duties include maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, serving meals to children, washing up, and assisting the Catering Manager with meal preparation.

This role is for 21 hours 30 minutes weekly, during term time only, on a fixed term basis.

Candidate Attributes

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, adaptable, and committed. A good sense of humour, flexibility, and team spirit are essential. Catering experience is required.

We Offer

• A supportive and ambitious school environment
• Personalised CPD opportunities
• Collaboration across Trust schools
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working options
• Benefits platform with discounts
• LGPS Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• 24/7 GP services

Visits to the school are welcome; please contact [e-mail].

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

Our Commitment

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is dedicated to safeguarding, promoting equality, and fostering an inclusive environment. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

All applications must be made via an application form; CVs are not accepted. The role requires pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and references. We conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process.

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