Position: School Cook Location: Kent (key areas; Medway, Maidstone, Dartford, Tunbridge Wells, Sittingbourne, Ashford)Working Hours: 8:00 am - 2:00 pmEmployment Type: Ongoing Temporary Agency Work - Monday to Friday - Term Time Only Salary: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour - paid weekly Are you a passionate chef with experience in working in kitchens and a love for creating delicious meals for children? If so, we are seeking a skilled and dedicated Chef to oversee our school kitchen!Responsibilities:Plan and prepare nutritious meals for children, considering any dietary restrictions or allergies.Manage the day-to-day operations of the pre-prep school kitchen, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety in accordance with relevant regulations and best practices.Collaborate with the school's staff and nutritionist to develop menus that promote healthy eating habits.Monitor inventory, order supplies, and manage the budget to ensure cost-effectiveness.Train and supervise kitchen assistants, ensuring they adhere to food safety and quality standards.Foster a positive and welcoming atmosphere in the kitchen, promoting a healthy relationship with food for the children.Requirements:Previous experience as a chef, preferably in a school or catering environment.A genuine passion for cooking and providing nutritious meals for children.Strong organisational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and interact with children.Knowledge of food hygiene regulations and best practices, including relevant certifications.Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance is mandatory We take pride in offering a nurturing and supportive environment for both our students and staff. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives through healthy and delicious meals. We value work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.To apply: If you are excited about the prospect of becoming our new Chef and contributing to our students' well-being, please submit your application, including your most recent CV and a cover letter. Please mention your preferred working hours (full-time or part-time) in your application.We appreciate all applications, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a talented and dedicated chef to our team!26 Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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