Cook

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Kingston upon Hull is seeking a friendly and experienced Cook to join their in-house Catering Team. The role will be based at The Boulevard Academy, offering a salary of £20,789 - £21,455 for 35 hours a week during term time. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, maintain hygiene standards, and be adaptable to changing situations. Commitment to safeguarding children is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is essential.
• A flexible and adaptable personality is required.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and manage kitchen operations.
• Order food and control stock.
• Maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Competent cook

Adaptability

Calm under pressure

Punctual

Trustworthy

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Cook

Salary: Grade 4 Point 5-7 (£20,789 - £21,455 actual salary)

Hours: 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days

Monday - Friday 7:15am - 2:45pm (30 mins unpaid break)

Additional days for training may be required

Start Date: ASAP

Permanent

The Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust is responsible for ten schools across Hull; three secondary and seven primary. A Thrive school is a dynamic community of staff, pupils, and their families all focused on one goal - inspiring pupils to thrive in life.

We are seeking to appoint a friendly, enthusiastic, and experienced cook to join our in-house Catering Team. The role will be based at The Boulevard Academy, but the post holder may be required to work across the Trust.

You will be a competent, confident, and capable cook who can be flexible and adaptable to changing situations, work calmly under pressure, and ensure the operational requirements of running and maintaining a kitchen are met, including food ordering and control of goods and commodities. The successful candidate must be punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and comfortable working both independently and within a team.

For further information, please contact Tracy Palmer, Catering Manager.

Closing Date: Friday 5th September 2025 at 17:00

Interview: To be confirmed

As part of Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust's commitment to safer recruitment and in accordance with statutory guidance: Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.

Please note, we do not accept CVs; applications must be submitted using our application form.

Our commitment to safeguarding: Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Each school has a robust Safeguarding Policy, and all staff receive relevant training during induction and throughout employment.

A candidate’s suitability to work with children will be assessed at all recruitment stages. The successful applicant will undergo a comprehensive pre-employment check, including a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, Children's Barred List check, Section 128 Management Check if relevant, Prohibition check, overseas checks as applicable, identity verification, medical clearance, qualification proof, references, and eligibility to work in the UK.

This role involves contact with children and provides regular access to children; therefore, it is considered 'regulated activity' and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments.

Our commitment to equality and diversity: Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust recognizes and celebrates the diversity of its schools and communities. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated fairly, with a sense of belonging.

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