Are you passionate about preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals and making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Cook to join a brand-new specialist education setting opening in Malvern. Supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals that help students feel supported, healthy and ready to learn.
Working alongside the Cook, you'll help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, preparing fresh meals, maintaining excellent hygiene standards and creating a welcoming dining environment for students and staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and serving nutritious, home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients.
- Assisting with specialist dietary requirements and allergen management.
- Supporting menu planning to ensure healthy, balanced meals are provided within budget.
- Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering and quality control.
- Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
- Building positive relationships with colleagues, suppliers and students.
- Supporting the overall catering operation and deputising for the Cook when required.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in a catering, kitchen or food service environment.
- Understands food hygiene regulations, health and safety requirements and allergen awareness.
- Has experience preparing and serving quality meals.
- Possesses strong communication and organisational skills.
- Can work effectively in a busy environment and manage multiple tasks.
- Is flexible, proactive and enjoys working as part of a team.
Experience supporting children, young people, SEND, learning disabilities or additional needs would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- The chance to make a genuine difference to children's education and wellbeing every day.
If you take pride in producing quality food and are looking for a rewarding role within a specialist school environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Assistant School Chef in Malvern employer: Positive Futures
Positive Futures is an exceptional employer dedicated to supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism, fostering a culture of respect, innovation, and empowerment. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and wellbeing, we offer a range of benefits including competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values collaboration and inclusivity. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while being part of a team that genuinely cares about your success.
