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An Exciting Opportunity for a Part-Time Cook at St Martin's CE VA Primary School

St Martin's CE VA Primary School is offering a unique and rewarding part-time opportunity for a dedicated Cook to join their team. This role is perfect for an experienced culinary professional seeking a fulfilling career within a supportive educational environment. If you're passionate about providing delicious and nutritious meals for young learners and are looking for a role with flexibility and professional development, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Advantages for Potential Candidates:

• Flexible Part-Time Role: This permanent position offers up to 27.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during term time only, plus 5 dedicated training/cleaning days. The exact working days and hours are negotiable with the existing cook, offering significant flexibility to fit around your personal commitments. You could be working 2, 3, or up to 5 days a week between 8:30 am and 2:00 pm each day.
• Job Share Collaboration: Work in a job-sharing capacity with an established colleague, fostering a supportive team environment and shared responsibility for the school's catering operations.
• Professional Development: St Martin's is committed to your growth. Opportunities for further training and development will be available, ensuring you can enhance your skills and stay up-to-date with industry best practices.
• Menu Support: Benefit from the expertise of the East Riding Catering team, who provide guidance on menu planning, ensuring you're working with a well-rounded and appealing selection of dishes.
• Impactful Role: Directly contribute to the well-being and daily experience of students by preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals. This is a chance to make a tangible difference in a child's day.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Experience in Busy Kitchens: The role requires proven experience in catering and working within a busy kitchen environment. Your ability to manage operations efficiently will be crucial.
• Qualifications: While desirable, holding a catering qualification such as NVQ Level 2 and a minimum of a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate are advantageous. If you don't currently hold these, the willingness to attend necessary courses to gain the required knowledge and skills is paramount.
• Regulatory Knowledge: A strong understanding of allergen legislation, Government Food Standards, and Health & Safety regulations is essential. Familiarity with special dietary needs and nutritional requirements is preferred, but the willingness to learn and adapt is highly valued.
• Supervisory Skills: You will be responsible for directing a kitchen assistant. Therefore, appropriate supervisory skills, coupled with a collaborative and approachable demeanor, are necessary.
• Commitment to Standards: A dedication to maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety, and overall quality in all aspects of your work is expected.
• Safeguarding Focus: As with any school environment, safeguarding is a top priority. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, demonstrating a commitment to the safety and well-being of the children.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to combine your culinary expertise with a rewarding work-life balance. If you are enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to developing an exceptional meal service, we encourage you to consider this enriching role at St Martin's CE VA Primary School.