School Cook

Make a meaningful difference in children''s daily lives while working alongside a friendly and supportive kitchen team in this rewarding school environment. Job Title: School Cook Location: Wirral, CH49 Pay Rate: 17- 19 PER HOUR Hours: 8am-2pm, Monday to FridayStart date: Tuesday 2nd September Contract Type: Temporary (initially one term)We are seeking a reliable and experienced School Cook to join our busy school kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking nutritious, child-friendly meals, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, safety, and presentation. Ideally, you will have prior experience working in a school or educational catering setting, with a good understanding of dietary requirements and food safety procedures.Key Responsibilities: - Prepare and cook a variety of hot and cold meals in accordance with set menus and dietary needs - Ensure meals are prepared on time and meet nutritional guidelines for school-aged children - Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and allergen control in the kitchen - Support with daily kitchen operations including food prep, service, cleaning, and washing up - Monitor food stock levels and assist with deliveries, storage, and stock rotation - Comply with all food safety and health and safety regulations, including HACCP procedures - Work effectively as part of a small team and communicate with school staff as needed - Support special events or theme days when ..... full job details .....