Job Description

Job Introduction

As an Assistant Cook, you'll be assisting with the preparation and delivery of a healthy, delicious and exciting menu for our students and staff, using our fresh ingredients. The role requires the initiative, creativity and keen attention to detail to make every school mealtime genuinely interesting and special.


Main Responsibilities

You will be the culinary artist who ensures Miquill's food philosophy shines through in every service.

Use our carefully selected recipes to bring our nutritious menus to life, ensuring excellent taste and presentation. Guarantee the highest standards of Food Hygiene, Allergen and Health and Safety compliance Work with the team to create a fun, friendly and delicious dining experience for students and staff, in line with company standards The production of hospitality and special catering requests, as needed by our clients Providing outstanding support to your team and demonstrating a positive role model Build positive relationships with clients and customers

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual who shares our passion for serving great-tasting food and providing excellent service. If you are ready to maintain the highest standards while injecting creativity into your work, you'll need:

Solid, hands-on experience using fresh ingredients, preferably within an education or high-volume catering setting. A Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification (further training and development will be available). Excellent working knowledge of Health and Safety practices within a professional kitchen environment. High self-motivation, creativity, and the ability to use your initiative to solve problems and make improvements on the fly.

About The Company

Miquill is a specialist school catering business born out of passion for great-tasting food since 2009. We're not just serving lunch; we're all about providing fresh, delicious and exciting food that brings a healthy dose of fun to the school day!


We're a small, independent, Midlands-based company with a genuine family feel. Building strong relationships is key--that means you are important to us! Your wellbeing, development, and growth opportunities matter. We focus on rewarding our teams and recognising hard work to make sure you feel happy and valued every day.


Package Description

The happiness of our employees is paramount. Our friendly kitchen environments will make you feel supported and part of the Miquill family.

Amazing Work-Life Balance: + Monday to Friday working--no more weekends!
+ 30 hours working with no late nights.
+ 38 weeks per year based around school term time (more time to spend with friends and family!).
+ 13 per hour
Your Future Growth: + Work for a fast-growing company that wants you to grow with them.
+ Benefit from a dedicated L&D team offering apprenticeships and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills.


Ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its team? Apply today!

Please note: All staff must share our commitment of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people, and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought by the company.