School Cook Manager - St Adrians Primary 25hpw - Term Time Only

Hertfordshire Catering Limited; St Albans; On-site; GBP 14,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational catering specialist in St Albans seeks a School Cook Manager to oversee the kitchen and deliver nutritious meals. Responsibilities include menu preparation, adherence to food hygiene standards, and team leadership. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational catering and a Food Hygiene Level 2 certification. Join our team to make a positive impact in the school community.

Benefits

Recommend a Friend bonus up to £500

Learning opportunities for personal and professional development

Discount scheme for supermarkets and dining

Qualifications

• Experience in educational catering or similar environment.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification required.
• Strong understanding of kitchen health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the menu including catering for special dietary needs.
• Ensure food hygiene and safety standards are met.
• Manage stock control and budgets.
• Lead and support the kitchen team.
• Build positive relationships with staff and students.

Skills

Experience in educational catering

Food Hygiene Level 2 certification

Strong understanding of health and safety

Self-starter with initiative

Ability to motivate and develop a team

Job description

As a School Cook Manager, you'll be at the heart of the kitchen, managing and inspiring your team to deliver fresh, tasty nutritious meals and outstanding service every day.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the menu using the recipes provided, including catering for special dietary needs.
• Ensure food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety standards are always met.
• Stock control, place orders, and manage the budgets.
• Lead and support your team, helping them grow and do their best.
• Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational catering or similar environment and a passion for working with fresh, quality ingredients.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification, with further training available if needed.
• Strong understanding of health and safety in a kitchen environment.
• A self-starter who can take initiative, drive results, and motivate and develop your team.
• Eager to learn, grow, and make a positive impact in the school community.

HCL is an established and successful educational specialist caterer, providing over 16 million meals each year across our schools and commercial sector. Our mission extends beyond simply providing meals; we are committed to crafting outstanding dining experiences that meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Join our dedicated team at HCL and help us deliver healthy, nutritious meals that make a real difference every day!

Compensation and Hours

• £12.72 per hour (£13,992 per annum)
• 25 hours per week
• Term time only (Great work-life balance)

Other HCL Benefits

• Recommend a Friend (Get rewarded up to £500 every time you introduce people to us) T&C's apply
• Learning opportunities for personal and professional development within the company
• VIVUP discount scheme for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities.