School Kitchen Cook – Nutritious Meals for SEMH Students

Sencare Recruitment Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

SENCare Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Cook to join a specialist school in Milton Keynes, supporting pupils with SEMH needs. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, ensuring high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety in a busy educational setting.

The ideal candidate has school catering experience, Level 2 Food Hygiene, and a patient, flexible approach. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, with competitive pay dependent on experience and potential for long-term

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Cook, Chef or Catering Assistant with cooking responsibilities.
• Experience in a school, nursery, care home or similar catering environment is desirable.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Good knowledge of food allergies, dietary requirements and safe food preparation.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily kitchen operations.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A patient, flexible and positive approach to working in a specialist school.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve fresh, nutritious meals for pupils and staff.
• Plan and deliver balanced menus that meet school nutritional guidelines.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies and food intolerances.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP procedures.
• Manage food stock, ordering, storage and stock rotation.
• Minimise food waste and work within agreed kitchen budgets.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to support a positive dining experience.
• Demonstrate patience, understanding and professionalism when working within a specialist SEMH setting.

Skills

Cook/Chef experience

School catering experience

Food Hygiene Level 2

Allergen/dietary knowledge

Independent / daily operations

Time management

Patient and flexible approach

DBS check(Update Service)

Job description

SENCare Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Cook to join a specialist school in Milton Keynes, supporting pupils with SEMH needs. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, ensuring high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety in a busy educational setting.

The ideal candidate has school catering experience, Level 2 Food Hygiene, and a patient, flexible approach. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, with competitive pay dependent on experience and potential for long-term