Cook

Aramark; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company is seeking a Cook to join their team at Elthorne Park High School. This role entails supporting kitchen operations, preparing meals, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Candidates should have cooking experience in a school or similar environment and strong communication skills. The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends, and is term time only, providing a balanced work-life arrangement. Join us in making a difference every day.

Benefits

Employee Benefits Portal with discounts

Online GP services

Further training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in a busy school or similar setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A proactive and flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in day‑to‑day kitchen duties and service delivery.
• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking experience in a busy school or similar setting

Teamwork and communication skills

Proactive and flexible attitude

Ability to guide and support junior team members

Job description

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Cook – Elthorne Park High School

REQ : 593484

Location : Westlea Road, London W7 2AH

Salary : £23,500 per annum

Contract : Permanent | Term Time Only (40 weeks)

Hours : Monday to Friday, 7 : 00am – 3 : 00pm (No weekends)

We are currently recruiting for a Cook to join our friendly and fast-paced catering team at Elthorne Park High School, a vibrant secondary school and sixth form with over 1,600 students on site.

In this rewarding and hands‑on role, you will support the Chef Manager with the daily operations of the kitchen. You'll assist in preparing and serving breakfast and lunch meals to students and staff, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chef Manager in day‑to‑day kitchen duties and service delivery
• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals, including MMB and lunch
• Guide and support kitchen team members as needed
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment

What We’re Looking For

• Proven cooking experience in a busy school or similar setting
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• A proactive and flexible attitude
• Ability to support and guide junior team members

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday work schedule – no evenings or weekends
• Term Time Only working (40 weeks per year) with one additional week for holiday deliveries
• Access to an Employee Benefits Portal offering hundreds of discounts
• Online GP services
• Opportunities for further training and development, including apprenticeship schemes

Please note: There is no onsite parking at this location. However, the site is well connected by local public transport.

Join us and be part of a catering team that truly makes a difference every day.

About Aramark

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.