Assistant Cook Vacancy

14th January 2025

Join us at Swansfield Park Primary School and turn every school day into a tasty adventure!

Do you love cooking up tasty meals and making a difference in the lives of children? At Swansfield Park we believe great food creates happy minds and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Cook to bring energy, creativity, and a sprinkle of joy to our kitchen team. We're serving up delicious, nutritious meals daily, and we need you to help us keep the smiles (and plates) full!

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Supporting our Cook to prepare and serve delicious, healthy meals that our pupils will love
  • Help plan menus that encourage healthy eating and creativity.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming kitchen environment.
  • Ensure dietary needs and allergies are carefully managed.

You’ll Need:

  • A love for food and cooking.
  • Level 2 NVQ in Food Preparation and Cooking (or equivalent)
  • Experience in a kitchen environment (school catering experience is a bonus!).
  • A commitment to upholding high standards of food hygiene and safety.
  • A can-do attitude and a sense of humour (because life in a school kitchen is always lively!)

Why You’ll Love It Here:

  • The sound of children giggling and chatting as they enjoy your meals.
  • A warm, welcoming school community where you’ll feel right at home.
  • Work-life balance with family-friendly hours and school holidays off.
  • The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives by preparing delicious, nutritious meals.

Don’t Miss This Chance to Serve Up Fun and Flavour! Apply today and become a key ingredient in our recipe for success.

A visit to our school is encouraged. Please telephone 01665 602267 to make an appointment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced criminal records check is required for this post. Further information about the school can be found on our website.

 

An application pack including an application form is available to download below. Completed application forms should be returned directly to the school by post or by e-mail.

 Application closing date: Midday Wednesday 29th January

 Interview date: Friday 31st January 2025