Holy Family Catholic Academy, Platt Bridge
Up to 30 hours per week | Term Time + 1 Week
Grade 3 (SCP 5-9)
Do you believe that a great school lunch can make a child’s day? Are you passionate about fresh food, friendly service, and creating a positive experience for children?
At Holy Family Catholic Academy, we know that healthy, nutritious meals play a vital role in helping children learn, grow and thrive. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Cook to join our friendly catering team and help us deliver delicious, high-quality meals that our pupils look forward to every day.
Working in partnership with Food For Thought Merseyside Ltd, a not-for-profit school meals company committed to promoting the wellbeing of children through excellent food, you'll help create a positive dining experience whilst supporting the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
About the Role
As Assistant Cook, you will work alongside our School Cook to:
- Prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals for our pupils.
- Help maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
- Support menu delivery and the preparation of daily specials.
- Assist with stock control, ordering and reducing food waste.
- Promote healthy eating and help make lunchtimes enjoyable for every child.
- Step into a leadership role when required to cover the School Cook's absence.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
- Loves cooking with fresh ingredients.
- Takes pride in delivering excellent food and service.
- Has knowledge of food hygiene and food safety practices.
- Works well as part of a team and builds positive relationships.
- Is organised, reliable and able to thrive in a busy kitchen environment.
- Shares our commitment to supporting children and providing the very best school experience.
Hours and Flexibility
This role is up to 30 hours per week. The advertised salary is based on 30 hours per week, with the normal working pattern being:
8:30am - 1:30pm, Monday to Friday
Why Join Holy Family?
At Holy Family, you'll be part of a welcoming school community where every member of staff plays an important role in helping children flourish. You'll join a supportive team, work in a rewarding environment, and have the satisfaction of making a real difference to pupils every single day.
St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, and in accordance with statutory guidance, we will carry out an online search (for publicly available material) to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened which we may want to explore with shortlisted applicants at interview.
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Assistant Cook in Wigan employer: Holy Family Catholic Academy
Holy Family Catholic Academy is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing environment where you can thrive as an Education Admin Apprentice. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, the academy provides opportunities for apprenticeships that equip you with valuable skills while fostering a collaborative work culture that values communication and teamwork among staff, pupils, and parents.
Contact Details:
Holy Family Catholic Academy Recruitment Team
