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School Cook Location: London N1 2QH Salary: From £17.09 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9:00am -3:00pm) Contract: Term-time only (36.2 weeks per year: 35 weeks term time + 1.2 weeks inset days) Start Date: September 2026 About the School An independent, non-selective school in Islington educating children aged 3 14, based in a historic Grade II listed building. The school follows a Steiner (Waldorf) approach, focusing on holistic education that nurtures the intellectual, creative, and practical development of each child. About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced School Cook to provide a high-quality catering service that supports the wellbeing of pupils and staff. This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led school community where nutrition, care, and quality food provision are central to school life. Occasional additional hours may be required to meet the needs of the role. Key Responsibilities Catering & Meal Provision Plan and deliver varied, nutritious menus in line with school food standards Prepare and serve high-quality meals for pupils and staff Manage suppliers and support cost-effective purchasing Maintain stock levels and minimise food waste Cater for dietary requirements and ensure allergen information is clearly communicated Maintain consistency and high standards in all food provision Communicate effectively with staff regarding menus and dietary needs Health & Safety Ensure compliance with all food safety and health & safety legislation Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment Operate kitchen equipment safely and report faults promptly Support maintenance and repair processes with the Facilities Manager Record accidents and incidents as required Maintain Safe Food Better Business (SFBB) records and procedures Team & School Community Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and the wider school community Attend meetings as required Contribute positively to the school s ethos and values Safeguarding & Compliance Adhere to safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety policies Maintain confidentiality at all times Participate in relevant training such as First Aid and safeguarding Person Specification Qualifications Level 3 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent) GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths Experience Experience in a busy kitchen or catering environment Supervisory or team leadership experience Experience in menu planning and stock control Experience working in a school or with children (desirable) Skills & Knowledge Strong culinary and food production skills Understanding of school catering standards and legislation Good organisational and multitasking abilities Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work under pressure Personal Qualities Positive, resilient, and enthusiastic approach Strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing Ability to build positive relationships in a school community Respect for confidentiality Commitment to the ethos of holistic education Apply now to join a supportive school community and help provide nourishing meals that enable children to thrive. Relevant experience may include: School Cook, School Chef, Catering Manager (School), Kitchen Manager, Cook (Education Sector), Catering Supervisor.

School Cook Location: London N1 2QH Salary: From £17.09 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay) Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9:00am - 3:00pm) Contract: Term-time only (36.2 weeks per year: 35 weeks term time + 1.2 weeks inset days) Start Date: September 2026 About the School St Paul s Waldorf School is an independent, non-selective school in Islington educating children aged 3 14 in a historic Grade II listed building. The school follows a Steiner (Waldorf) approach, focusing on holistic education that nurtures the intellectual, creative, and practical development of each child. About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced School Cook to provide a high-quality catering service that supports the wellbeing of pupils and staff. This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led school community where nutrition, care, and quality food provision are central to school life. Occasional additional hours may be required to meet the needs of the role. Key Responsibilities Catering & Meal Provision Plan and deliver varied, nutritious menus in line with school food standards Prepare and serve high-quality meals for pupils and staff Manage suppliers and support cost-effective purchasing Maintain stock levels and minimise food waste Cater for dietary requirements and ensure allergen information is clearly communicated Maintain consistency and high standards in all food provision Communicate effectively with staff regarding menus and dietary needs Health & Safety Ensure compliance with all food safety and health & safety legislation Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment Operate kitchen equipment safely and report faults promptly Support maintenance and repair processes with the Facilities Manager Record accidents and incidents as required Maintain Safe Food Better Business (SFBB) records and procedures Team & School Community Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and the wider school community Attend meetings as required Contribute positively to the school s ethos and values Safeguarding & Compliance Adhere to safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety policies Maintain confidentiality at all times Participate in relevant training such as First Aid and safeguarding Person Specification Qualifications Level 3 Food Safety qualification (or equivalent) GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Math s Experience Experience in a busy kitchen or catering environment Supervisory or team leadership experience Experience in menu planning and stock control Experience working in a school or with children (desirable) Skills & Knowledge Strong culinary and food production skills Understanding of school catering standards and legislation Good organisational and multitasking abilities Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work under pressure Personal Qualities Positive, resilient, and enthusiastic approach Strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing Ability to build positive relationships in a school community Respect for confidentiality Commitment to the ethos of holistic education Apply now to join St Paul s Waldorf School and help provide nourishing meals that support children to thrive. Relevant experience may include: School Cook, School Chef, Catering Manager (School), Kitchen Manager, Cook (Education Sector), Catering Supervisor.

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a School Cook based in Edinburgh East to support a busy public sector client Location - Edinburgh East (Portobello / Leith area) Hours - Mon-Fri 07.30-14.30 Rate of pay - 13.48 per hour Temporary/ongoing Immediate Start Successful candidates play a vital role in delivering high quality meals. Duties to include: Skilled cooking activities connected with the full range of meals and recipes. Completion of Cook Safe, allergen paperwork and other food related paperwork (e.g. recording temperatures, service specification etc). Complete daily/weekly audits of the service - e.g. cleaning schedules, Covid compliance checks etc Receiving food deliveries, checking temperature, quality of food and storing and labelling food appropriately. Stock rotation, checking dates to ensure old stock is used first and occasional ordering of stock. Maintain a high level of hygiene, health and safety is maintained throughout. Ensuring Supervisors are made aware of any staff hygiene issues within the kitchen. To support counter set-up and presentation of the food offer and assist in the service of that food as required. Cash handling (as and when required). Place orders for food and non-foods as and when required. Support the preparation and delivery of function activity as required. Daily lifting of heavy pots and pans containing hot food or liquid. Standing for prolonged periods of time. Working to tight timescales to ensure food is delivered on time. Successful candidates will have: Hold or are working towards a formal cook's qualification (e.g. City and Guilds or SVQ). Knowledge of the use of dangerous catering equipment as necessary to carry out the role, techniques and an understanding of safe working practices. good standard of communication. Knowledge of culinary skills within policy, practices, processes, and supported by relevant qualifications or demonstrable knowledge in key areas such as Health and Safety. Demonstrate a passion for high quality meals and to resolve issues and/or make improvements. Demonstrate the ability to self-motivate and manage their own time and deputise in the absence of a supervisor. PVG Certificate: Required for safeguarding purposes. For new applicants this will cost you 59 If you are interested in this role, please respond directly to this advert

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a School Cook based in Edinburgh East to support a busy public sector clientLocation - Edinburgh East (Portobello / Leith area)Hours - Mon-Fri 07.30-14.30Rate of pay - £13.48 per hourTemporary/ongoingImmediate StartSuccessful candidates play a vital role in delivering high quality meals.Duties to include: Skilled cooking activities connected with the full range of meals and recipes. Completion of Cook Safe, allergen paperwork and other food related paperwork (e.g. recording temperatures, service specification etc). Complete daily/weekly audits of the service - e.g. cleaning schedules, Covid compliance checks etc Receiving food deliveries, checking temperature, quality of food and storing and labelling food appropriately. Stock rotation, checking dates to ensure old stock is used first and occasional ordering of stock. Maintain a high level of hygiene, health and safety is maintained throughout. Ensuring Supervisors are made aware of any staff hygiene issues within the kitchen. To support counter set-up and presentation of the food offer and assist in the service of that food as required. Cash handling (as and when required). Place orders for food and non-foods as and when required. Support the preparation and delivery of function activity as required. Daily lifting of heavy pots and pans containing hot food or liquid. Standing for prolonged periods of time.Working to tight timescales to ensure food is delivered on time.Successful candidates will have: Hold or are working towards a formal cook's qualification (e.g. City and Guilds or SVQ). Knowledge of the use of dangerous catering equipment as necessary to carry out the role, techniques and an understanding of safe working practices. good standard of communication. Knowledge of culinary skills within policy, practices, processes, and supported by relevant qualifications or demonstrable knowledge in key areas such as Health and Safety. Demonstrate a passion for high quality meals and to resolve issues and/or make improvements. Demonstrate the ability to self-motivate and manage their own time and deputise in the absence of a supervisor. PVG Certificate: Required for safeguarding purposes. For new applicants this will cost you £59If you are interested in this role, please respond directly to this advert