School Kitchen Assistant: Nourish Students & Grow

Positive Futures; Malvern; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Friendly team

Training & development

Meaningful impact on student wellbeing

Job summary

Positive Futures in Malvern is seeking an Assistant Cook for a brand-new specialist education setting that supports children and young people aged 5-19 with ASD and SEMH. You will prepare fresh meals, uphold hygiene standards and contribute to a welcoming dining environment for students and staff.

You will work alongside the Cook, helping with day-to-day kitchen operations and assisting with menu planning, stock control and adherence to dietary requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering environments.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety requirements.
• Clear communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving nutritious, home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients.
• Assisting with allergen management and dietary requirements.
• Supporting menu planning to ensure healthy, balanced meals within budget.
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering and quality control.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Building positive relationships with colleagues, suppliers and students.
• Deputising for the Cook when required.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Job description

Positive Futures in Malvern is seeking an Assistant Cook for a brand-new specialist education setting that supports children and young people aged 5-19 with ASD and SEMH. You will prepare fresh meals, uphold hygiene standards and contribute to a welcoming dining environment for students and staff.

You will work alongside the Cook, helping with day-to-day kitchen operations and assisting with menu planning, stock control and adherence to dietary requirements.