STANSFIELD COOK

Job Title: Cook to join Stansfield Academy - WAVE 

Company Overview: The Supply Register are a managed service working in partnership with WAVE. 

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and adaptable Cooks to join Stansfield Academy. 

Position Overview: As a cook, you will play a vital role in cooking and preparing all academy meals efficiently and in a timely manner and maintain a clean, maintained and stocked kitchen. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure expenditure is kept within authorised budget limits by completing stock sheets and maintaining appropriate stock levels for a changing pupil population;
• Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring that Food Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations are followed at all times, whilst ensuring that all equipment issues are reported promptly to the Health and Safety representative for the site, and that all accidents are adequately and promptly reported;
• Carry out and record regular checks of all kitchen equipment, and the kitchen area, in accordance with relevant procedures;
• Remain vigilant in keeping the kitchen and storerooms secure to maintain a safe working environment;
• Attend training courses to maintain compliance with regulations and as directed by the Principal;
• To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the Service;
• To be aware of and adhere to applicable rules, regulations, legislation and procedures including the Service’s Equal Opportunities Policy and Code of Conduct, national legislation (including Health and Safety, Data Protection);
• Follow current safeguarding/child protection guidelines

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience of food preperation ideally in an environment serving children and young people. 
• GCSEs or equivalent at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) including English and maths 
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Good organisational skills 
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Active listening skills
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
• Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole academy context
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Competent ICT skills.
• Understadning of specific catering needs and diets that may present
• Enjoyment of working with children
• Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
• An understanding of the importance of academy food to pupil development and it’s impact on positive outcomes and promoting the ethos and values of the academy
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality
• Strong team player

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Free Parking
• Pension

How to Apply: Please send your resume/CV to [email protected] or apply via this vacancy. 

The Supply Register is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

The Supply Register is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check. 

Application Deadline: Ongoing recruitment.