School Cook

TeacherActive; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Kitchen Team Lead for a prominent school in Bedlington. The successful candidate will support and manage kitchen staff while ensuring food hygiene standards are consistently met. The role emphasizes high standards in food service amidst a fast-paced environment. Candidates must possess a food hygiene qualification and proven leadership experience in kitchens. A competitive hourly wage of £13 - £15 is offered, along with benefits including a dedicated consultant support team and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Dedicated 24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed payment scheme

CPD courses and certifications

Market-leading pay rates

Referral scheme of up to £100

Qualifications

• Qualification in food hygiene is mandatory.
• Experience in a kitchen leadership role is essential.
• High standards in food service and safety are required.
• DBS and on-update service can be arranged.

Responsibilities

• Support a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Lead and manage kitchen staff efficiently.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards are met.
• Maintain high standards of food service.

Skills

Leadership in kitchen environment

Food hygiene knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Qualification in food hygiene

Job description

Recruiter – TeacherActive (Kitchen Team Lead)

Location: Bedlington, Northumberland, United Kingdom
Salary: £13 - £15 per hour
Posting date: 09 Jan 2026 13:44 | Closing date: 06 Feb 2026 23:59
Reference: 3057547852 | Sector: Academy – Primary | Level: Worker / Practitioner | Contract: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school in the heart of Northumberland, offering a high standard of education to all their pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support a kitchen team for a large number of people in a fast‑paced environment.
• Lead and manage the kitchen staff.
• Ensure food hygiene and safety standards are met at all times.
• Maintain exceptionally high standards in all aspects of food service and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Qualification in food hygiene.
• Experience leading in a kitchen environment.
• Have exceptionally high standards in all aspects of food service and attention to detail.
• DBS and on‑update service (can be applied for through TeacherActive).

Benefits

• Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help with onboarding.
• Guaranteed payment scheme (terms and conditions apply).
• CPD courses and certificates via My-Progression Channel.
• Market‑leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you are paying the correct level of TAX and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges.

TeacherActive is an equal‑opportunities employer and operates as an employment business providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.