Head Cook

Talent Finder; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Head Cook for a school in East Hagbourne. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals and leading a small kitchen team in a supportive school environment. You will be responsible for maintaining high hygiene standards and ensuring compliance with food safety policies. Enjoy flexible, term-time only hours and make a positive impact on children's health.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Work-life balance with term-time contract

Opportunity to prepare fresh meals daily

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or catering environment is preferred.
• Catering for children requires a passion for nutritious meals.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh meals to high standards.
• Supervise one kitchen team member.
• Manage stock levels and order supplies.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety policies.

Skills

Proven experience as a Cook, Chef, or Head Cook

Organised and reliable

Passion for healthy eating

Ability to lead a small kitchen team

Excellent standards of hygiene

Job description

Head Cook | Didcot | Part Time (25 hours per week, Term-Time Only) | £16.50 per hour

Are you a passionate and experienced cook seeking a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact?

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Head Cook to lead their kitchen and provide delicious, nutritious meals for the children in a welcoming school setting.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Proven experience as a Cook, Chef, or Head Cook, ideally in a school, catering, or large-scale environment
• Organised, reliable, and able to work efficiently under pressure
• A genuine passion for healthy eating and providing nutritious meals for children
• Able to lead and support a small kitchen team
• Can demonstrate excellent standards of hygiene, food safety, and compliance

What will your role look like?

As the Head Cook, you will take the lead in running the daily operation of the kitchen. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and cooking fresh meals each day to a high standard
• Supervising one kitchen team member, creating a positive and efficient work environment
• Managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimising waste
• Maintaining hygiene, health and safety, and food storage standards at all times
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant school and food safety policies

What can you expect in return?

• Cook Fresh approach: Be part of a kitchen that prepares wholesome, freshly made meals every day
• Join a supportive and friendly school community that values the contribution of all staff
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with hours that fit around the school day (term-time only contract)

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