School Cook

Remedy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier education staffing agency is seeking an experienced School Cook for an ongoing supply role in Islington. This position involves supporting a prestigious Academy by maintaining high culinary standards and managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef. Ideal candidates will have a background in leading kitchen teams, a passion for high-quality food, and the ability to manage food costs effectively. Strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a school or similar environment.
• Passion for preparing fresh, high-quality meals.
• Ability to manage food costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, restaurant-standard catering.
• Prepare, cook and serve meals to high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety procedures.
• Guide and support the kitchen team daily.

Skills

Previous experience leading or managing a kitchen team

Creativity and passion for high-quality food

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage food costs and budgets

Job description

School Cook- Ongoing Supply Role

Location: Islington

Start: ASAP

Remedy Education are currently seeking an experienced and reliable School Cook to support a prestigious Academy in Islington on an ongoing basis while their Head Chef is away. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well‑run school kitchen, maintain high standards, and play a key role in the day‑to‑day catering operation.

Alongside leading the kitchen team, you'll also oversee catering for a variety of school events and take responsibility for managing the service in the absence of the Catering Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, restaurant‑standard catering within a school environment
• Prepare, cook and serve meals to agreed standards and specifications
• Maintain full compliance with purchasing procedures and HACCP requirements
• Act as the first point of contact for any food quality concerns
• Support and guide the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience leading or managing a kitchen team
• Creativity, flair and a genuine passion for fresh, high‑quality food
• A proactive approach with a drive to continuously develop the food offering
• Experience managing food costs and working within budgets
• Strong communication and people skills

If you'd like to find out more or are interested in being considered, please contact Zeki Mehmet at Remedy Education.