Cook

Aspens Services Ltd; Botany Bay; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work during school term-time

£15 per hour

Great work-life balance

Career growth

Training & apprenticeship

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We are looking for a Cook in one of our schools to bring our menus to life with healthy, nutritious meals for students and staff.

You will work Monday to Friday during school term time, around 30 hours a week for 38 weeks a year, earning £15 per hour. We offer training, development and a supportive team in a growing company.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of education catering and ability to work with fresh ingredients.
• Solid health and safety practices and awareness of food hygiene standards.
• Strong craft skills to prepare menus accurately and with quality.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn while supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Creative Menu Execution: Preparing provided menus with craft skills.
• Safety Champion: Adhering to Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards.
• Hospitality Production: Fulfilling high-quality hospitality requests for events or clients.
• Building Connections: Developing relationships with school clients and students.
• Service with a Smile: Providing friendly, professional customer service.

Skills

Education catering knowledge

Health & safety practices

Craft skills

Self-motivated and trainable

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate

Job description

About us: Aspens Services is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals-we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds! By blending deep knowledge of the education sector with the latest high-street food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen. Our commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and we are looking for passionate people like you to join our journey.

The role

As a Cook in one of our schools, you will be bringing our menus to life - creating healthy, nutritious and delicious food that's fun for students and staff alike. We're looking for someone with the originality and drive to focus on the highest quality food and service, making our school meals the absolute best in the area.

Your responsibilities

• Creative Menu Execution: Preparing our provided menus using your excellent craft skills.
• Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with Food Hygiene Allergen, and Health & Safety standards.
• Hospitality Production: Executing high-quality hospitality requests for clients and special events.
• Building Connections: Developing strong relationships with both our school clients and the students you serve.
• Service with a Smile: Providing a friendly and polite customer service experience for everyone.

About you

• Some knowledge of education catering, and proven experience working with fresh ingredients and excellent craft skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of health and safety practices and a Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate (though we offer further training!).
• You're a self-motivated person who uses your initiative, has a deep desire to learn and loves motivating others.

Why Join the Aspens Family?

• Great Work-Life Balance: You'll work, Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends, and no working at Christmas!
• 30 hours per week38 weeks per year - what will you do with all that time off?
• £15 per hour
• Career Growth and Development: Join a fast-growing, ambitious company. We have no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career in catering.
• Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills.

Please note: All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.