Term-Time School Kitchen Lead (9am-2pm, 22.5h/wk)

Shropshire Council; Craven Arms; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Shire Services are seeking an enthusiastic Cook in Charge for a busy primary school. You will lead food preparation, stock control and kitchen housekeeping, ensuring healthy meals and compliant allergen management.

This term-time role (Mon-Fri 9am-2pm) offers 22.5 hours per week across 44.98 weeks per year, plus 3 cleaning days. You will manage the kitchen team and oversee presentation and service setup, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in school catering preferred.
• Knowledge of allergen management and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead food preparation for daily meals and special occasions.
• Manage stock, ordering and portion control.
• Supervise and develop the kitchen team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Ensure high standards of food presentation and service setup.
• Maintain compliance with safety, hygiene and allergen controls.

Job description

Shire Services are seeking an enthusiastic Cook in Charge for a busy primary school. You will lead food preparation, stock control and kitchen housekeeping, ensuring healthy meals and compliant allergen management.

This term-time role (Mon-Fri 9am-2pm) offers 22.5 hours per week across 44.98 weeks per year, plus 3 cleaning days. You will manage the kitchen team and oversee presentation and service setup, with training provided.