Head Cook

TN United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Head Cook at a vibrant school. In this role, you will be a key player in the catering team, preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals while adhering to food standards and hygiene regulations. Your excellent organizational skills and attention to detail will ensure that meals are prepared within budget and presented beautifully. This role offers a dynamic environment where adaptability and teamwork are essential. Join us in making a positive impact on students' dining experiences and lead the kitchen with professionalism and passion.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a similar role is essential.
• Recent in-service training and professional development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious school meals within budget.
• Ensure adherence to food standards and hygiene regulations.
• Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Manager.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Education

Food Safety and Hygiene Certificates

Job description

Astrea Academy Woodfields has an exciting opportunity for a Head Cook to join their team on a term time basis.

As an essential member of the catering team, you will thrive in a busy environment, be adaptable and flexible, and support colleagues to maintain high professional standards.

As Head Cook you will:

• Work as part of a team preparing and serving fresh, interesting, and nutritious school meals within budget.
• Work in accordance with the school food standards, allowing for allergen issues, ensuring full adherence to recipes, food presentation standards, and portion control.
• Ensure that work is carried out hygienically, safely, and tidily at all times within the prevailing legislative framework.
• Lead and organise the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Manager.

We are looking for:

• Relevant experience in a similar role.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines whilst paying close attention to detail.
• Relevant Food Safety and Hygiene certificates.
• Evidence of recent in-service training and professional development.