School Cook

Job description

Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
Salary: £14.43-£16.16 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, full-time, term time only
Start: ASAP

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chef/Cook to join the catering team at a brand-new specialist education setting in Coalville.

The school will provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment for children and young people aged 5-19, including learners with autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, and communication and interaction needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new school at the beginning of its journey and play an important role in creating a welcoming environment where young people can thrive.

As Chef/Cook, you will take responsibility for preparing fresh, nutritious and varied meals and snacks for students and staff. You will work closely with the School Business Manager and help ensure the catering service operates efficiently, safely and within budget.

Your duties will include:

• Planning and preparing varied, seasonal menus using fresh ingredients where possible.
• Preparing meals and snacks while catering for allergies, special dietary requirements and portion control.
• Ensuring all food is prepared, presented and served to a high standard and on time.
• Assisting with stock ordering, deliveries and stock control.
• Maintaining accurate records of food production, consumption and waste.
• Ensuring high standards of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.
• Completing required food safety, temperature and kitchen checks.
• Using kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals safely and correctly.
• Minimising food waste and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Supporting stock takes and maintaining appropriate food stocks.
• Working as part of a team and assisting wherever required.

We are looking for someone who is experienced, reliable and passionate about providing high-quality food in a busy environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering.
• Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles.
• NVQ Level 2 in Cookery.
• Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering would be desirable.
• Experience of preparing large-volume meals in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience of planning balanced, healthy and varied menus.
• The ability to work effectively to tight deadlines.
• A good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety requirements, including COSHH and manual handling.
• Knowledge of Natasha's Law.
• Strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• The ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in an emergency.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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