School Cook

Better Staff Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational establishment in Greater London is looking for a Temporary School Cook for a 12-month contract starting in January 2026. The role requires previous experience in a similar environment and knowledge of allergens and dietary requirements. The cook will prepare various meals for approximately 150 children and needs to be flexible for special events. An enhanced DBS for adults and children is essential. This is a term-time-only position with hours ranging from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar environment is essential.
• Enhanced DBS for Adults & Children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking meals for children.
• Covering annual events such as barbecues.
• Ensuring knowledge of special dietary requirements.

Skills

Experience in cooking

Knowledge of allergens

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Our client, an educational establishment servicing children with special needs located in Swanley, are seeking a Temporary School Cook for a 12-month contract starting 6th January 2026. Previous experience in a similar environment is essential.

Shift Details

• Hours: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm or 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Term Time Only
• Approximately 150 covers

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking Burgers, Lasagnas, Roasts etc
• Flexibility to cover annual events such as barbecues, Christmas Fayre, etc.
• Knowledge of allergens, special dietary requirements, temperature checks and date labelling.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar environment
• Enhanced DBS for Adults & Children is essential

Application Notice

Please Note : Due to the high volume of CVs we receive it is not viable for us to respond to individuals. If you have not received a response within 7 days then please kindly assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.