At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals for students in a fun school environment.
- Company: Join one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, Impact Food Group.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, no evenings or weekends, and access to free qualifications.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities in a supportive kitchen environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives with delicious, healthy food.
- Qualifications: Basic cooking skills and a positive, team-focused attitude are all you need.
The predicted salary is between 10920 - 10920 £ per year.
Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.
About the role
- School Location: Skegness Grammar School, Skegness, PE25 2QS
- Working Days: Monday to Friday
- Shifts & Working hours: 1 x 8am-2pm (30 hours per week), 1 x 9am-1pm (20 hours)
- Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)
- Pay Details: £10,920 per Annum
What will I be doing?
As a Cook, you’ll support the onsite Chef Manager and wider team in delivering fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and cooking a range of meals and snacks following set menus
- Supporting with food prep using fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Assisting with service, including occasional counter service and till work
- Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a high standard
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen and dining environment
- Following food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times
What are we looking for?
- Someone who enjoys cooking and takes pride in the food they produce
- Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment preferred (school catering is a bonus, not essential)
- Basic cooking skills and willingness to learn and develop
- A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
- A genuine interest in preparing good, fresh food
You don’t need to be a fully trained chef, we’re happy to support the right person to grow and develop their skills. We’re not in the business of making school food - we’re here to make great food, and that’s why our customers love us.
What’s in it for you?
This role offers a fantastic work-life balance:
- No evenings or weekends
- School holidays off
- No late nights or split shifts
Plus, you’ll benefit from:
- Free meals on shift
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
- Access to free qualifications
- A staff discount scheme across 850 retailers
This is a great opportunity to build your skills in a supportive environment and develop a career in catering.
Interested? If you think you’ve got what it takes, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note: A basic skills or kitchen-based assessment may be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG supply the cost for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
Locations
Cook in Lincolnshire, Skegness employer: Impact Food Group
At Impact Food Group, we pride ourselves on being more than just a school caterer; we are dedicated to fostering a positive food culture that enhances student wellbeing. Our vibrant work environment in Surrey encourages continuous learning and growth, offering employees access to extensive training and development opportunities, along with competitive benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and a staff discount scheme. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of students while enjoying a supportive and dynamic workplace.
