School Cook

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Liverpool is looking for a dedicated School Cook to provide nutritious meals to students. The role involves preparing balanced meals, planning menus for special diets, and maintaining hygiene standards. Candidates should have experience in cooking within a school environment and relevant catering qualifications. Excellent organisational skills and a commitment to the school's ethos are essential. This is a full-time, temporary position with potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or chef, ideally within a school or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to plan menus and manage kitchen operations independently.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A positive, adaptable attitude and the ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and a commitment to supporting the school’s ethos.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook balanced, healthy meals in line with school dietary requirements.
• Plan menus that cater to a variety of dietary needs, including allergies and special diets.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety in accordance with current regulations.
• Manage stock levels and ensure cost-effective ordering of ingredients.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure meal times run smoothly.

Skills

Menu planning

Food hygiene standards

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Contract: Full-Time, Temp to Perm
Location: Woolton, Liverpool

A well-established Secondary SEN School in Woolton is seeking a dedicated and experienced School Cook to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about providing nutritious, high-quality meals to students in a supportive educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook balanced, healthy meals in line with school dietary requirements.
• Plan menus that cater to a variety of dietary needs, including allergies and special diets.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety in accordance with current regulations.
• Manage stock levels and ensure cost-effective ordering of ingredients.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure meal times run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or chef, ideally within a school or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene standards and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to plan menus and manage kitchen operations independently.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A positive, adaptable attitude and the ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and a commitment to supporting the school’s ethos.

Experience and Additional Requirements

• Experience working in an SEN environment.
• Relevant catering qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate).

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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