School Cook Catering Officer Chef

Start Date: September 2026Hours: Daytime Hours, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only - No evenings or weekends!)Qualifications Required: Level 3 Food Safety or NVQ equivalent.Are you a passionate Cook or Chef looking to escape the gruelling evening and weekend hours of commercial kitchens?We are seeking a creative, motivated, and highly organised School Cook / Catering Officer to operate and develop the catering service at an Alternative Provision school in Barnoldswick (Barlick), Lancashire. The school provides a smaller, nurturing, and flexible environment for secondary-aged pupils who thrive outside of mainstream education.Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will take full ownership of the kitchen workspace, preparing fresh, balanced meals while ensuring absolute compliance with food safety legislation.Menu Planning and Preparation: Plan creative, innovative, and nutritious menus that meet dietary guidelines and cater to various dietary requirements.Kitchen Operations: Manage daily food preparation and cooking, ensuring the school''s reputation for high-quality food is enhanced.Hygiene and Safety: Maintain the kitchen to the highest standards determined by Food Safety Legislation, performing essential daily maintenance and weekly deep cleans.Budget and Stock Control: Work efficiently within authorised budget limits and menu costings, managing stock control and recycling wastage effectively.School Community Support: Maintain the security of the kitchen and storerooms. ..... full job details .....