Cook

TN United Kingdom; Edwinstowe CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in contract catering is seeking a passionate Cook to join their team. This role focuses on providing high-quality, nutritious meals in schools, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards. Enjoy a fulfilling career with fantastic hours, working Monday to Friday during school term time, with no late nights. You'll have opportunities for career growth, supported by a dedicated Learning & Development team. If you're eager to make a difference in children's lives through exceptional food service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Dedicated Learning & Development team

Training courses and apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering exceptional food and service in schools.
• Knowledge of using fresh ingredients and excellent craft skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing menus using provided recipes.
• Ensuring Food Hygiene and Health and Safety compliance.
• Supervising the team and providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Knowledge of education catering

Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3

Excellent knowledge of health and safety practices

Computer literacy

Self-motivated and proactive

Job description

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About Aspens Services Ltd

Aspens Services Ltd is a market-leading contract catering company specialising in school food. By combining our understanding of the education sector and current food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens, enabling our teams to provide fantastic food experiences for children.

Due to our successful growth and commitment to excellent care and service for clients and children, we are seeking an experienced Cook to join our team.

The Role

As a Cook in one of our schools, you will be responsible for preparing and delivering a healthy, nutritious, and fun menu for students and staff. You will focus on providing high-quality food and service, bringing flair and originality to make this one of the best catering offers in the area.

Your Responsibilities

1. Preparing menus using provided recipes
2. Ensuring Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health and Safety compliance
3. Producing hospitality services as per client requests
4. Supervising the team
5. Building relationships with clients and customers
6. Providing friendly and polite customer service

About You

We are looking for someone passionate about delivering exceptional food and service in schools, with the following skills and experience:

• Knowledge of education catering, using fresh ingredients, and excellent craft skills
• Food Hygiene Level 2 & 3 (further training available)
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety practices
• Computer literacy and experience with various systems
• Self-motivated, proactive, eager to learn, and able to motivate others

What We Offer

Enjoy fantastic hours working Monday to Friday during school term time, with no late nights! This role offers:

• 35 hours per week
• 38 weeks per year, aligned with school terms
• £15 per hour

Additional benefits include:

• Opportunities for career growth in a fast-growing, ambitious company
• A dedicated Learning & Development team supporting your skill development, including apprenticeships and training courses

Please note, all staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.