Cook Manager - Term-Time Kitchen Leader (No Weekends)

HCL; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus

Refer a friend

Uniform provided

Term-time schedule

No weekends

No late nights

Job summary

HCL is hiring a Cook Manager at Walkern Primary School to lead daily kitchen operations, prepare nutritious meals and manage stock, budgets and records such as HACCP.

You'll safeguard children, supervise a team, and work in a fast-paced school environment during term time only. The role offers 27.5 hours per week with a salary of £13.22/hour (£15,996/year), plus benefits and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate is required.
• NVQ Level 2/3 is desirable.
• Committed to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations
• Prepare, and deliver fresh, nutritious meals
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and budget management
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Manage allergen awareness and cater for special dietary requirements
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community
• Maintain accurate records (e.g. HACCP, temperature checks, audits)
• Inspiring and developing your team, creating an environment where people grow and thrive

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Team development

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required)

NVQ Level 2/3 (desirable)

Job description

HCL is hiring a Cook Manager at Walkern Primary School to lead daily kitchen operations, prepare nutritious meals and manage stock, budgets and records such as HACCP.

You'll safeguard children, supervise a team, and work in a fast-paced school environment during term time only. The role offers 27.5 hours per week with a salary of £13.22/hour (£15,996/year), plus benefits and opportunities for progression.