Cook

Northyorks; Malton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Holiday entitlement (pro rata)

Green car scheme

Childcare vouchers

Home technology scheme

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council invites applications for a Cook at Slingsby School. The role involves preparing around 40 meals daily in a welcoming school setting, with a focus on nutritious, high-quality food.

Working hours are 09:15am to 1:45pm, 22.5 hours per week, term-time only, with equal monthly pay year-round for financial stability. A commitment to food safety and helping pupils enjoy healthy meals is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in school catering or similar environment.
• Food hygiene knowledge and practices.
• Ability to manage tasks in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving freshly made meals
• Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards
• Setting up and clearing the dining area
• Washing up and keeping the kitchen clean and organised
• Supervising and supporting kitchen staff
• Ordering food and managing stock levels
• Completing stock checks and kitchen administration

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Organisation

Job description

Salary: £13.92 - £14.59 per hour
Grade: E
Contract Type: Permanent
Vacancy Hours: 22.5 per week (term time only)
Location: Malton, North Yorkshire – Slingsby Primary School

Do you love cooking fresh, nutritious food and making a difference every day? We are looking for a new Cook at Slingsby School, preparing approximately 40 meals each day in a welcoming school environment.

What can we offer you?

You could find working for North Yorkshire Council more rewarding than you first thought:

• Competitive rate of pay
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement increasing with continuous service, paid pro rata as part of annual salary
• Access to a range of benefits and discounts including green car scheme, childcare vouchers and home technology scheme

About the Role

As Cook, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality catering service while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. You will lead by example, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensuring pupils and staff receive nutritious, appetising meals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking and serving freshly made meals
• Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards
• Setting up and clearing the dining area
• Washing up and keeping the kitchen clean and organised
• Supervising and supporting kitchen staff
• Ordering food and managing stock levels
• Completing stock checks and kitchen administration

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and organised individual with a friendly nature, who will take pride in preparing healthy, wholesome food. You'll have a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering an excellent dining experience for children and staff alike.

Working Hours are 09:15am - 1:45pm, 22.5 hours per week, term-time only. No evenings, weekends or split shifts. You will work during term time only, but you'll received equal monthly pay throughout the year, giving you consistent income and financial peace of mind.

Join our award-winning Facilities Management Catering Team and help us serve delicious, home-cooked meals made from locally sourced, fresh ingredients. We are passionate about providing healthy, tasty food that encourages children and young people to eat well, stay energised, and thrive throughout their school day.

Key Dates:

Closing Date: 22 November 2026
Venue for Interview: Slingsby School
Interview Date: to be confirmed. Please note we will be interviewing whilst the role is live and reserve the right to close the advert should suitable candidates be appointed.

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk.

NYC is committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Yorkshire Council's purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services, we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.