Job Description

School Kitchen Cooks & Kitchen Assistants Required
Empowering Learning - Teesside

Empowering Learning is currently recruiting experienced Kitchen Cooks and Kitchen Assistants to work within school settings across the Teesside area.

We are seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and hardworking individuals who are passionate about preparing and serving nutritious meals while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.

Pay Rate: 15.00 - 19.00 per hour
Location: Various school settings across Teesside
Hours: Flexible opportunities available, with working hours varying depending on the needs of the school.

• Preparing, cooking, and serving meals in line with school menus and dietary requirements
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen
• Following food safety procedures and HACCP guidelines
• Operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Receiving and storing deliveries correctly
• Washing utensils, equipment, and kitchen areas as required
• Supporting the wider catering team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations

• Previous experience working within a catering, kitchen, or food preparation environment
• Knowledge of food hygiene and food safety procedures
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Applicants must hold one or more of the following relevant qualifications:

• Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate (minimum requirement)
• Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Professional Cookery, Catering, Hospitality, or a related subject (desirable for Cook positions)
• HACCP Awareness Training (desirable)

• Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Empowering Learning
• Ability to provide professional references covering the last two years from employment, education/study, or voluntary work

This is an excellent opportunity to join Empowering Learning and make a positive contribution to school communities across Teesside.

If you have the experience, qualifications, and passion for working within school catering environments, we would love to hear from you. Apply today! For further information contact Jen at (url removed)

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