Lead School Cook in Charge (Term-Time)

The Witherslack Group; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools and advice

Medical cover and discounts

Job summary

The Witherslack Group is seeking a Cook In Charge for Cedar House School in Lancaster. This term-time role requires kitchen leadership, order planning and nutritious menus for young people, staff and visitors. You’ll supervise a skilled team and ensure food hygiene and regulatory standards are met.

Based on-site, you’ll work around school holidays with a salary up to £25,583 plus benefits, and a supportive environment that prioritises wellbeing and flexible benefits for staff.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Food Safety in Catering.
• Ability to plan nutritious school menus.
• Experience budgeting and ordering for meals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a kitchen team and manage daily operations.
• Plan nutritious menus for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations and standards.

Skills

Menu planning

Budgeting

Bulk ordering

Food safety

Education

Level 3 Food Safety in Catering

Job description

The Witherslack Group is seeking a Cook In Charge for Cedar House School in Lancaster. This term-time role requires kitchen leadership, order planning and nutritious menus for young people, staff and visitors. You’ll supervise a skilled team and ensure food hygiene and regulatory standards are met.

Based on-site, you’ll work around school holidays with a salary up to £25,583 plus benefits, and a supportive environment that prioritises wellbeing and flexible benefits for staff.