School Cook

School Cook

Full-Time No working from home possible
TeacherActive

North East/ permanent / Β£15 - 18 per hour

Start Date: Immediate Start / September 2026

Are you an experienced School Cook looking for a rewarding role within a busy secondary school?

Do you have a passion for preparing nutritious meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment?

Do you hold a City & Guilds qualification or a minimum Level 4 Culinary qualification?

Job Responsibilities

  • Working Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm.
  • Preparing and serving meals.
  • Maintaining food hygiene standards.
  • Supporting stock management.
  • Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently each day.

Qualifications

  • City & Guilds qualification in Catering, Professional Cookery or a minimum Level 4 Culinary qualification (essential).
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent desirable.
  • Previous experience working as a School Cook, Cook, Catering Assistant or within a commercial kitchen.
  • Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Ability to prepare meals efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process.
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply).
  • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel.
  • Market leading rates of pay.
  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to Β£100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply).

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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