Term-Time School Cook: Nutritious Meals & Safe Kitchen

Empowering Learning Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a School Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff during term-time only. The role requires an eye for detail, adherence to school food standards and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, have good allergen knowledge, be reliable and a team player, and be prepared to travel between schools in the Nottingham area. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook or in a similar catering role.
• Knowledge of school food standards and allergens.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving breakfasts, lunches and snacks to pupils and staff
• Following recipes, portion sizes and nutritional standards
• Catering for special dietary requirements and allergies safely
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Receiving, storing and rotating deliveries and stock correctly
• Working with kitchen colleagues to ensure smooth service
• Following health and safety and safeguarding procedures

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Punctual

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Empowering Learning Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a School Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff during term-time only. The role requires an eye for detail, adherence to school food standards and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, have good allergen knowledge, be reliable and a team player, and be prepared to travel between schools in the Nottingham area. Immediate start available.