Mobile School Cook Manager - Stevenage, Hitchin and surrounding areas 27.5hpw

Hertfordshire Catering Limited; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational catering company is seeking a Mobile School Cook Manager to prepare nutritious meals for schools. You will be responsible for menu creation, ensuring food safety standards, and managing a team. Ideal candidates have experience in educational catering and are passionate about using fresh ingredients. This part-time role offers £15.31 per hour with a focus on work-life balance during term time.

Benefits

£500 referral bonus

Learning opportunities

Employee discount scheme

Responsibilities

• Prepare menus using provided recipes, catering for special dietary needs.
• Ensure food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards are met.
• Track stock, place orders, and help manage the budget.
• Lead and support your team to help them excel.
• Build positive relationships with staff and students.
• Travel between sites with own vehicle and valid driving license.

Skills

Experience in school or educational catering

Passion for fresh, quality ingredients

Food Hygiene Level 2 certification

Understanding of health and safety

Self-starter and team motivator

Eager to learn and grow

Job description

As a Mobile School Cook Manager, you’ll bring your passion for fresh, nutritious food to schools in your area – preparing delicious, balanced meals that students and staff love and enjoy!

Location

Stevenage, Hitchin, and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the menu using the recipes provided, including catering for special dietary needs.
• Make sure food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards are always met.
• Keep track of stock, place orders, and help manage the budget.
• Lead and support your team, helping them grow and do their best.
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community.
• Travel between sites using your own vehicle, with a Full UK driving licence and business vehicle insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience in school or educational catering and a passion for working with fresh, quality ingredients.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification, with further training available if needed.
• Strong understanding of health and safety in a kitchen environment.
• A self‑starter who can take initiative, drive results, and motivate and develop your team.
• Eager to learn, grow, and make a positive impact in the school community.

Pay & Hours

£15.31 per hour (£18,530 per annum)

27.5 hours per week, Term time only (Great work–life balance)

Benefits

• Recommend a Friend (Get rewarded up to £500 every time you introduce people to us) T&C's apply.
• Learning opportunities for personal and professional development within the company.
• VIVUP discount scheme for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities.

About HCL

HCL is an established and successful educational specialist caterer, providing over 16 million meals each year across our schools and commercial sector. Our mission extends beyond simply providing meals; we are committed to crafting outstanding dining experiences that meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Join our dedicated team at HCL and help us deliver healthy, nutritious meals that make a real difference every day!