Assistant Cook - School Catering | Term-Time Only + 1 Week
Location: Essex
Salary: Circa £21,500 per annum (actual starting salary)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week | 7:00am - 3:00pm
Working Weeks: 40 weeks per year (Term Time + 1 Week)
Tired of Late Finishes? Looking for a Better Work-Life Balance?
Are you passionate about cooking but ready to leave behind the long, unsociable hours of hospitality?
We're recruiting an enthusiastic Assistant Cook to join a school catering team in Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy regular daytime hours, the majority of school holidays off and the stability of a permanent position.
Whether you're an experienced Catering Assistant ready to take the next step or a Cook looking for more sociable hours, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Why This Role Stands Out
- 3pm finishes - Enjoy your afternoons and evenings without the late shifts often associated with hospitality.
- Most school holidays off - Work just 40 weeks per year, giving you more time for life outside work.
- Permanent employment - Enjoy the stability of a permanent contract.
- Salary progression - Performance-based increments offer opportunities to increase your earnings.
- Career development - Build your skills, take on additional responsibility and deputise for the Cook when required.
- Rewarding environment - Play an important role in providing quality meals within a school setting.
The Role
Working alongside the Cook, you'll help deliver a high-quality, efficient catering service.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals to a high standard.
- Supporting menu planning, food preparation and daily kitchen operations.
- Deputising for the Cook when required.
- Assisting with special events, themed menus and catering activities.
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and safety standards.
- Supporting stock control, portion management and food cost efficiency.
- Helping ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a kitchen, catering or food preparation environment.
- A genuine passion for food and delivering quality meals.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety procedures.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A reliable, proactive and positive approach.
- Confidence taking on additional responsibility when required.
Experience within school catering would be advantageous, but applicants from hospitality, restaurants and other catering environments are equally encouraged to apply.
Ready for a Better Work-Life Balance?
If you're looking for a permanent catering role where you can continue doing what you love while enjoying more sociable working hours and the majority of school holidays off, we'd love to hear from you.
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