At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and deliver healthy, fun menus for students and staff in schools.
- Company: Aspens Services Ltd, a leading contract catering company focused on school food.
- Benefits: £15 per hour, 27.5 hours a week, no late nights, and generous time off during term breaks.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and skill development with a supportive L&D team.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in children's dining experiences.
- Qualifications: Food Hygiene level 2, knowledge of health and safety, and a passion for exceptional service.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
Aspens Services Ltd is a market‑leading contract catering company specialising in school food. By combining our understanding of the education sector with our knowledge of what’s on trend in the food world, we encourage creativity and excitement in our kitchens, allowing our teams to do what they do best and provide fantastic food experiences for the children. By providing excellent care and services to both clients and children, we have ensured the successful growth of the company, and to keep up with the rapid pace of this growth, we are now looking for an experienced Cook to join the team.
The role
As a Cook in one of our schools, you will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of a healthy, nutritious and fun menu for the students and staff. You will focus on delivering the highest quality of food and service, along with having the flair, originality and the ability to make this one of the best catering offers in the area.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of the menu, using the recipes provided
- Ensuring Food Hygiene, Allergen and Health and Safety compliance
- The production of Hospitality as per the client's requests
- Building relationships with both the client and customers
- Providing a friendly and polite customer service experience for all
About you
We need someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools, along with the following skills and experience:
- Ideally, you will have some knowledge of education catering, having used fresh ingredients and possess excellent craft skills
- You have Food Hygiene level 2 (further training will be available)
- You have excellent knowledge of health and safety practices
- You’re self‑motivated, able to use your initiative, have a desire to learn and achieve, whilst motivating others
This role is 27.5 hours per week, with no late nights. Working 38 weeks per year based around term time – what could you do with all that time off? £15 per hour.
You’ll also benefit from:
- Working for a fast‑growing, ambitious company. There is no ceiling here in terms of where you can take your career
- A dedicated L&D team to support you in developing your skills, including apprenticeships and training courses that are available for everyone.
Please note, we do expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people, and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.
Relief Cook 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.
