Cook

Outcomes first group; Diss; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes employee wellbeing and work-life balance. As a Cook at a unique school for students with autism, you will play a vital role in providing nutritious meals while supporting their dietary needs. Enjoy a flexible working schedule with the innovative 4-Day Working Week trial, allowing you to work 80% of your hours for full pay. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nurturing environment while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health and wellbeing.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support Services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Fertility Treatments

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking for large groups.
• Knowledge of hygiene standards in food service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook Manager in daily catering operations.
• Prepare and cook meals from scratch for students.

Skills

Food Preparation

Hygiene Standards

Cooking Skills

Teamwork

Education

Catering Qualification

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling out the 4DWW across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!

Job Title: Cook

Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU

Salary: GBP20,906.25 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 7am - 3pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the role

To support the Cook Manager on a day-to-day basis and, in the absence of the Cook Manager, be responsible for the management of catering services at Acorn Park School.

Maintain high standards of practice and hygiene in all aspects of food preparation to contribute to the quality of care of each student.

General Responsibilities:

1. Help prepare and cook main, vegetarian dishes, desserts, cakes, salads, and various diets from scratch for two refectories on a rota system.
2. Complete food, snack, cooking, and picnic orders.
3. Check off and put away deliveries.
4. Serve food, wash up, and clean down each refectory.
5. Perform cleaning tasks daily, weekly, and monthly.

About us

Acorn Park is a school for 160 pupils, all with a primary diagnosis of Autism. We offer two curriculum pathways - Formal and Semi-formal. Our pupils with complex needs are on the Semi-Formal Pathway, highly personalized according to their EHCP. We have both Day and Residential pupils, with 8 co-located pupil's homes on our 30-acre site in rural Norfolk. Our facilities include a large Forest School, Animal Care Farm, play areas, a sports hall, and sensory rooms.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead the sector in innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes for those in our care.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important, so you'll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' - access to mental health support services and health checks

Additionally, through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can choose benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatments

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful candidates will require a fully enhanced DBS.

You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time for personal pursuits. Please note, the 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.