Cook-Penzance

Cornwall Staff Agency Limited; Penzance; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornwall Staff Agency Limited is seeking a Cook for a busy school in Penzance. The role is 30 hours per week with pro rata salary above £18,004 and £18,582 per year. You will prepare meals, maintain kitchen standards and support pupils with nutritious options.

The ideal candidate will have cooking experience, knowledge of food hygiene, and a caring, inclusive approach suitable for an educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and food preparation.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe working practices.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all academy meals to a high standard.
• Maintain a clean, safe, well-stocked and well-organised kitchen.
• Provide nutritious, balanced meals and healthy menu options.
• Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Ensure all food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Cook with experience in food preparation, ideally within an environment serving children and young people.

The position will be based in a busy school in Penzance.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and teamwork skills, a positive and enthusiastic approach, and a genuine passion for making a difference. A commitment to inclusion and supporting young people is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook all academy meals efficiently and to a high standard.
• Maintain a clean, safe, well-stocked and well-organised kitchen.
• Provide nutritious, balanced meals and healthy menu choices.
• Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Ensure all food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous cooking and food preparation experience.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe working practices.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A caring and inclusive approach when working within an educational environment

The Role is 30 Hours per week, PRO RATA SALARY ABOVE SO WILL BE £18004-£18582