Cook in Charge

St William's Catholic Primary School; Trimdon Station; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working arrangements where 4?

Collaborative network with Trust

Job summary

St William's Catholic Primary School is seeking a Cook in Charge to join our hardworking catering team. You will oversee the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen, lead catering staff, plan menus that meet national nutritional standards, manage stock and budgets, and uphold high standards of hygiene and safety.

If you are passionate about cooking for children and enjoy delivering an excellent service within a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen
• Lead and support catering staff
• Plan menus that meet national nutritional standards
• Manage stock and budgets effectively
• Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety are maintained

Job description

St William's Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and dedicated Cook in Charge to join our hardworking catering team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in our school community, ensuring that pupils enjoy high-quality, nutritious meals each day. As Cook in Charge, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen, lead and support catering staff, plan menus that meet national nutritional standards, manage stock and budgets effectively, and ensure the highest standards of food hygiene, health and safety are maintained.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, takes pride in delivering an excellent service, and has the leadership skills to inspire and manage a team. The successful candidate will be well organised, able to work independently, and committed to creating a positive dining experience that supports our pupils' health, wellbeing and readiness to learn.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the daily lives of children, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We can offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a welcoming, dynamic and successful school community
• A supportive and friendly staff team committed to excellence
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunities to collaborate and network with colleagues across the Trust
• A role where your contribution has a direct impact on the wellbeing of our pupils