Cook Supervisor

  • Academics
  • Luton, Bedfordshire
  • Feb 05, 2026
Contractor Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

Are you passionate about food, teamwork, and making a positive difference? We are seeking a Cook Supervisor to join a welcoming SEN Specialist School in Luton, where your work will play a vital role in supporting the health, wellbeing, and daily routines of pupils with special educational needs in the education and training sector.

Cook Supervisor - SEN Specialist School - Luton

Salary: £21,000 - £23,000

Start Date: April

Location: Luton

Sector: Education and Training

Contract: Full-Time Permanent

This Cook Supervisor position is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced cook or catering professional who enjoys leading a kitchen, maintaining high standards, and working within a school environment that truly values care, inclusion, and community.

The Role:

As Cook Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the school kitchen, ensuring nutritious, well-balanced meals are prepared and served in line with dietary, medical, and individual pupil needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing and cooking healthy, high-quality meals for pupils and staff
  • Supervising and supporting kitchen staff
  • Ensuring compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen regulations
  • Managing stock, ordering supplies, and minimising waste
  • Adapting menus to meet dietary requirements and SEN-specific needs
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen environment

What's on Offer:

  • Salary of £21,000 - £23,000
  • A supportive and inclusive SEN school environment
  • A role where your work directly supports pupil wellbeing
  • A friendly, collaborative staff team in Luton
  • Job security and a positive work-life balance within a school setting

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment (supervisory experience desirable)
  • Hold a Food Hygiene Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)
  • Be organised, reliable, and confident leading a small team
  • Understand the importance of meeting dietary and medical needs
  • Enjoy working in a school or care-based environment
  • Be committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

This Cook Supervisor position in Luton is a permanent role starting in April, ideal for someone looking for a meaningful role within the education and training sector.

If you are looking for a fulfilling position where your skills truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.