Cook

Bracknell Schools; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Buckler's Park is looking for a dedicated School Cook to join their team. The ideal candidate will ensure nutritious meals are provided to support children's health and learning. You will be responsible for planning and preparing meals, maintaining high hygiene standards, and collaborating with staff to create a welcoming environment. Join a friendly team in a supportive school that values professional growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children, caring and dedicated.
• Ability to plan, prepare, and serve meals.
• Strong hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
• Maintain hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with staff for a positive lunch environment.

Skills

Nurturing approach

Teamwork

Strong relationship building

Flexibility

Food hygiene knowledge

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated School Cook to join our friendly and hardworking team at Wildmoor Heath Primary School - a one-form entry primary school rated 'Good' by Ofsted (May 2022). As our School Cook, you will play an essential role in providing nutritious, well-balanced meals that support our children's health, wellbeing and readiness to learn. You will be responsible for planning, preparing and serving daily meals, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, safety and organisation within the school kitchen. Working closely with our staff team, you will help create a welcoming lunchtime experience that promotes healthy choices and supports our positive, inclusive school environment.

What we offer

• A caring, inclusive and welcoming community with happy, enthusiastic children and supportive parents.
• An exceptional learning environment on the edge of Wildmoor Heath Nature Reserve, including our dedicated Forest School area (Wildwood) and Growing Garden.
• A collaborative and supportive staff team that values wellbeing and professional growth.
• Opportunities to work with colleagues locally and across the wider Greenshaw Trust. Excellent CPD and clear pathways for career development.
• Wildmoor Heath is part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, a successful and growing multi-academy trust with schools across London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We are a collaborative family of schools that share expertise, support one another and learn together, while each school retains its individual character. At every level, we are Always Learning.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• A generous pension scheme.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme to support wellbeing.
• Additional benefits, including cycle-to-work scheme, gym discounts and free eye tests.
• The chance to be part of a friendly, ambitious team within a supportive organisation.

Values and expectations

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and has a positive, nurturing approach. Is flexible, patient and able to build strong relationships. Can work as part of a team but also use their initiative. Embodies our school values: Respect, Honesty, Independence and Resilience.