Cook In Charge

JP Recruitment are hiring! We are seeking x2 Cook in Charge to join a school catering team in Stockport. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. This is a part time position; 25 hours per week. It is essential candidates who apply have the following qualifications or equivalent: * NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds Level 2 – Cookery/Bakery Duties Include but not limited to: * Responsible for clerical duties in relation to. -Food -Equipment -Training -Cleaning -First Aid * Facilitate training of new staff in the use of equipment, kitchen techniques and relevant aspects of health and safety in the kitchen environment. * Responsible for the receipt and storage of all deliveries for the kitchen. * Responsible for managing and recording of stock control. * The provision of catering for special functions such as PTA events, theme days etc as required. * Responsible for and assisting with the cooking, preparation and serving of meals. * Conform to menu guidelines including the government’s food based and nutritional standards. * To report equipment repairs and replacements following the correct procedures, for both heavy and light equipment. * To ensure that the kitchen and dining areas are maintained to a clean/hygienic and safe condition. * The preparation of the dining room for the consumption of meals (i.e. placement of furniture, checks for cleanliness and health and safety.) * Occasional duties outside of school term time, such as summer football schools and training etc. * To undertake such duties related to the work of the department, appropriate to the post as may be assigned. * The supervision and co-ordination of staff employed in the kitchen. * Responsible for the preparation, cooking and serving of meals for consumption both on and off the premises, including special diets. * Responsible for ensuring all health and safety / standards are adhered to following company guidelines and standards. Working Hours: * 9am – 2pm * Monday – Friday Hourly Rate: * £13.26 to start. This is a straight permanent position with 1st interviews commencing in our office in Denton