School Kitchen Assistant - 20hrs/Week, Term Time

North East Combined Authority; New Penshaw; Remote; GBP 262,000 - 263,000; Part time

Job summary

Mill Hill Primary School in Sunderland is seeking an Assistant Cook to join the school kitchen. The role is 20 hours per week during term time, on a 6-month temporary contract. The ideal candidate will have catering experience and be able to work as part of a team to support the cook in charge.

Applicants should be committed to providing nourishing meals in a school setting and be prepared for a DBS check as part of safeguarding procedures. Closing date 19 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in school catering.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication with young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook in charge in a busy school kitchen.
• Prepare ingredients and meals for pupils.
• Maintain hygiene, safety and food-handling standards.

Skills

Catering experience

Job description

Mill Hill Primary School in Sunderland is seeking an Assistant Cook to join the school kitchen. The role is 20 hours per week during term time, on a 6-month temporary contract. The ideal candidate will have catering experience and be able to work as part of a team to support the cook in charge.

Applicants should be committed to providing nourishing meals in a school setting and be prepared for a DBS check as part of safeguarding procedures. Closing date 19 October 2026.