School Cook

The Leader Group; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an enthusiastic School Cook to join a vibrant educational environment in Ellesmere Port. This role involves preparing nutritious meals, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting students with Special Educational Needs. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including a pension scheme and fully funded training.

Benefits

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues

Staff Referral Scheme

Life assurance

Access to the Blue Light Discount Card

Wellbeing support via a dedicated employee app and benefits scheme

Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications

Qualifications

• Passionate approach to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting is desirable.
• Hold a Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Preparing well-balanced, nutritious meals that meet dietary and allergy requirements.
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the kitchen and designated areas.
• Upholding high standards of hygiene in line with HACCP and COSHH regulations.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Organisation

Education

Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent certification

Job description

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Job Opportunity: School Cook - Ellesmere Port

Salary: £26,000 to £28,000

Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Position Type: Full-time - 08:00 - 16:30

Company: Leader Group (on behalf of our client school)

Leader Group is seeking an enthusiastic and committed School Cook to join a vibrant and supportive educational environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by providing nutritious and balanced meals in a warm and welcoming school setting.

Your Role Will Include

• Preparing well-balanced, nutritious meals that meet dietary and allergy requirements
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the kitchen and designated areas
• Upholding high standards of hygiene in line with HACCP and COSHH regulations
• Managing stock control, maintaining accurate menu and supply records
• Performing regular safety and maintenance checks on kitchen appliances
  
  

What We're Looking For

• A passionate approach to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting is desirable, but not essential
• Hold a Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent certification
• A team player with great organisation and time management skills
  
  

Why Join Us? Benefits Include:

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Staff Referral Scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to the Blue Light Discount Card
• Wellbeing support via a dedicated employee app and benefits scheme
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
  
  

Be a part of a team that values care, quality, and community. Help shape the day for young learners through the power of great food!

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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