Education Cook: Breakfast & Lunch Lead (Term Time)

Aramark; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freemeals on shift

Free parking

PerkBox discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Cook in their Education sector to join our team at Waltham Forest College, E17 4JB. You will provide breakfast and lunch service for roughly 250–350 covers.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The role is permanent, Monday to Friday, term-time only (39 weeks), 35 hours (7am–2:30pm). Freemeals on shift, free parking, PerkBox discounts, life assurance, pension, and career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar setting.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Flexible approach to hours and duties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee breakfast and lunch service for 250–350 covers.
• Prepare food according to recipes and quality standards while minimising waste.
• Supervise staff, delegate tasks, and train new employees on food prep, service, and safety.
• Ensure HACCP, COSHH, allergen regulations, and stock controls are followed.
• Maintain accurate records, inventory, and ordering to control costs.
• Handle customer enquiries and dietary requirements professionally.
• Assist in managing food costs and waste within targets.
• Keep production records, temperature logs, and audits up to date.

Skills

Previous kitchen experience

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Job description

Aramark UK is recruiting a Cook in their Education sector to join our team at Waltham Forest College, E17 4JB. You will provide breakfast and lunch service for roughly 250–350 covers.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The role is permanent, Monday to Friday, term-time only (39 weeks), 35 hours (7am–2:30pm). Freemeals on shift, free parking, PerkBox discounts, life assurance, pension, and career progression are offered.