Mobile Cook

Applefields School; Whitby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Applefields School is seeking an experienced Mobile Cook to cover several sites in Whitby, Scarborough, Ryedale and surrounding areas. You will travel between schools delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while leading kitchen teams as needed and upholding strict hygiene standards.

The role offers flexible hours and a requirement to use your own vehicle with business insurance; a mileage allowance is provided. DBS checks are required and local government benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Passionate about preparing quality food.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to excellent customer service and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious school meals using locally sourced ingredients.
• Support and lead kitchen teams when required.
• Serve meals to pupils and staff in a friendly, professional manner.
• Manage food orders and stock levels.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
• Complete food safety records and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Travel between schools to deliver a high-quality catering service where cover is needed.

Skills

Food safety

Quality food preparation

Stock control

Reliability

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Passionateabout cooking? Looking for a role thatfits around you?Weare currently recruiting a Mobile Cook to cover in Whitby, Scarborough, Ryedaleand surrounding areas.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is reliable, enjoysvariety and looking for a flexible working pattern. You'll travel betweenschools, taking in the stunning North Yorkshire landscape along the way. Fromthe dramatic Yorkshire coastline and bustling seaside towns to picturesquemarket towns, peaceful countryside and rolling moors, you'll work in some of theregion's most beautiful surroundings.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same in this varied role. You'll be responsible for:

• Preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious school meals using locally sourced ingredients
• Supporting and leading kitchen teams when required
• Serving meals to pupils and staff in a friendly and professional manner
• Managing food orders and stock levels
• Maintaining excellent standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety
• Completing food safety records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
• As a Mobile Cook, you'll travel between schools, helping us deliver a high-quality catering service wherever cover is needed.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about preparing quality food Reliable, organised and adaptable
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Committed to excellent customer service and food safety standards

Noweekend or evening working.You will be required to use your own personal vehiclewith business insurance, a mileage allowance of 55p per mile, plus travel time isalso paid.

What can we offer you?

You could find working for North Yorkshire Council more rewarding than you first thought.

Competitive rate of pay

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement increasing with continuous service, paid pro rata as part of annual salary

Access to range of benefits and discounts including green car scheme, childcare vouchers and home technology scheme

This post requires an Enhanced DBS, the cost of which will be met by the Employer.

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Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
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