School Cook

Oxford Outcomes Limited; Falkland; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Cook to provide high-quality food services at a renowned school. This role involves planning menus tailored to the dietary needs of students, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring quality within budgetary constraints. You will play a vital role in creating a welcoming dining experience for pupils, while also minimizing waste and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Join a supportive environment where your culinary skills will make a significant impact on the lives of young learners. If you are passionate about food and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Physical health checks

Access to Vista benefits platform

Discounts

Cycle schemes

Electric car purchase

Critical illness cover

Family support

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking is essential.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus considering dietary needs of pupils.
• Monitor stocks and manage portion control.
• Prepare and clean kitchen areas daily.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Job description

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Job Title: School Cook

Location: Falkland House School, Falkland KY15 7AE

Salary: £24,500.00 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9.30am - 5.30pm, Friday 7.00am - 1.00pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About The Role

To be responsible for the planning and preparation of high-quality food and catering service to the school, and to manage and supervise all kitchen staff.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan menus considering the dietary needs of pupils.
2. Monitor stocks, manage portion control, and ensure quality within budgetary controls.
3. Set up and clean kitchen areas daily.
4. Prepare for daily and weekly demands of the school.
5. Minimize waste.
6. Provide suitable food for staff/pupils with dietary requirements.

Qualifications Requirements

1. Food Preparation
2. Cooking

About Us

Falkland House School is an independent residential and day school for boys up to 18 years with additional support needs, primarily Autistic Spectrum Condition. Part of Options Autism, a leader in autism care and education for over 16 years, and a certified 'Great Place to Work'.

Benefits

Our reward package includes Life Assurance, Pension scheme, mental health support, physical health checks, and access to Vista benefits platform offering health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, cycle schemes, electric car purchase, critical illness cover, and family support.

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding pupils; all applicants will undergo social media checks and PVG. We may close the vacancy early if filled.

You’ll work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay, subject to probation. 4DWW is not a contractual benefit.