Cook

Northyorks; Whitby; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Discounts & vouchers including green/3

Home technology scheme

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is recruiting a Cook to lead the school catering at Ruswarp Primary School in Whitby. You will prepare around 35 meals daily in a welcoming school environment and ensure high standards of food safety.

The role focuses on cooking, supervision of kitchen staff, ordering and stock checks, and delivering nutritious meals for pupils and staff during term time.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals in a school or similar setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work as part of a team to deliver a quality service.

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

Stock Management

Team Supervision

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Location: Whitby, North Yorkshire - Ruswarp Primary School

Love cooking fresh, nutritious food and making a difference every day?

We are looking for a Cook to lead our catering provision at Langton School, preparing approximately 35 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 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 who takes pride in preparing healthy, wholesome food. You'll be a team player with a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering an excellent dining experience for children and staff alike.

Working Hours

• 09:30am - 1:00pm
• 17.5 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.

More information

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Elaine Clemit (Area Manager) on 07816251202 or email [e-mail]

Key Dates:

Closing date: 8th November
Interview date: Please note we will be interviewing whilst the role is live and reserve the right to close the advert should suitable candidates be appointed.
Venue for Interview: Ruswarp School

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

It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.

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

NYC are 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 Councils’ 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.