At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious, healthy meals and ensure top-notch food safety standards.
- Company: Join a passionate team dedicated to exceptional school catering.
- Benefits: Enjoy a great work-life balance with no late nights or weekends.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and skill development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives through nutritious food.
- Qualifications: Experience with fresh ingredients and a Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 13.5 £ per hour.
The role: As an Assistant Cook in one of our schools, you will be bringing our menus to life - creating healthy, nutritious and delicious food that’s fun for students and staff alike. We’re looking for someone with the originality and drive to focus on the highest quality food and service, making our school meals the absolute best in the area.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Creative Menu Execution: Preparing our provided menus using your excellent craft skills.
- Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards.
- Hospitality Production: Executing high-quality hospitality requests for clients and special events.
- Building Connections: Developing strong relationships with both our school clients and the students you serve.
- Service with a Smile: Providing a friendly and polite customer service experience for everyone.
About you: We need someone who shares our deep passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools, along with the following skills and experience:
- Some knowledge of education catering, and proven experience working with fresh ingredients and excellent craft skills.
- Excellent working knowledge of health and safety practices and a Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate (though we offer further training!).
- You’re a self-motivated person who uses your initiative, has a deep desire to learn and loves motivating others.
Why Join the Aspens Family?
- Great Work-Life Balance: You’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas! 22.5 hours per week 38.2 weeks per year - what will you do with all that time off?
- £13.50 per hour
- Career Growth and Development: Join a fast-growing, ambitious company. We have no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career in catering. Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills.
Please note: All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Assistant Cook in Banstead employer: Grow and Thrive Limited
Grow and Thrive Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment in Tenbury Wells where you can enjoy a great work-life balance with no late nights or weekends. As a Catering Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a team-oriented atmosphere while contributing to the well-being of students through exceptional food service. We prioritise employee growth and provide a fulfilling career path in the catering industry.
