School Cook – King George V Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in West Bromwich is seeking a passionate School Cook to create delicious and nutritious meals. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader, imaginative, and knowledgeable about nutrition. This permanent role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to high standards. The position offers 25 hours per week during term time, with a competitive salary range based on experience. Join our team to inspire healthy eating among our pupils!

Qualifications

• Must have a strong work ethic and excellent attendance record.
• Experience in a culinary role or similar position preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and maintain high standards in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-standard meals daily.
• Design engaging menus and promote healthy eating.
• Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, and suppliers.

Skills

Passionate about quality

Creative and imaginative

Nutritionally knowledgeable

Natural leader

Reliable and conscientious

Great communicator

Job description

School Cook Vacancy – Join Our Primary School Team!
Are you passionate about creating delicious, nutritious meals for children? Do you take pride in delivering high standards and inspiring healthy eating? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We are seeking an enthusiastic School Cook who is:

• Passionate about quality – dedicated to delivering high-standard meals every day.
• Creative and imaginative – able to design exciting, engaging menus that inspire our pupils to try new foods.
• Nutritionally knowledgeable – confident in nutrition, portion sizes, and committed to promoting healthy eating and positive lifestyles.
• A natural leader – capable of leading a small team to work efficiently and maintain excellent standards in our school kitchen.
• Reliable and conscientious – with an excellent attendance record and a strong work ethic.
• A great communicator – able to build positive relationships with staff, pupils, and suppliers.
• If you’re ready to make a difference through food and bring energy, creativity, and commitment to our school community, we would love to receive your application!

Apply now and help us serve meals that make every school day brighter.

King George V Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and additional checks in line with current KCSIE guidance.

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from the search at the interview.

For more information and an application form, please contact Gemma Crowley, School Business Manager on 0121 553 0060 or visit the school office.

Closing date

Friday 9th January 2026.

Interviews held

Friday 16th January 2026.

Hours

25 hours per week, Term time only

Grade

Grade C SCP 5‑8 FTE £25,583 - £26,824 (Actual Pro-rata Salary £15,091 - £15,823)

Location

King George V Primary School, Beeches Road, West Bromwich, B70 6JA

Contract

Permanent