Job Description

We are currently looking to appoint a Senior Cook to join the catering team at Essendene Lodge School. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for food to join our team.

The role is 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00 -2pm or 9.30 to 2.30pm. This is a term time only role.

Essendene Lodge School is an independent Preparatory School and Nursery in the heart of Caterham, Surrey. We cater for boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 11. We have full time onsite nursery for 2-4 year old pupils managed by experienced and qualified staff. The school prides itself on the family friendly ethos and entrance exam success rate at the end of Year 6. Small class sizes ensure that individual attention is given to pupils in every lesson and children experience a varied curriculum such as French, Music, Sports, Drama, computing and experience activities that full of fun and engagement such as Musical Theatre, Drama, debating and many more.

As our Senior Cook you will work with the school chef and the kitchen team during the lunch period. You will undertake tasks alongside the school Cook and assist with the preparation of meals as well as serving and clearing after meal time. You will also perform domestic duties which ensure the safe production of food relevant to current food and health safety legislation.

We are looking for a Cook who has the following qualifications & experiences:

Catering experience within any food establishment Good understanding of commercial catering operation A good understanding of food hygiene and HACCP Enthusiasm, vision, drive, adaptability, and resilience High personal standards, self-motivated and proactive Suitability to work with children Flexible and maintain a sound sense of humour Commitment to continued personal and professional development
At Essendene Lodge School all staff work together as a very strong team. You will be supported and welcome. In addition all Inspired Learning Group staff also benefit from;

Professional Development and Training opportunities with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows Ongoing coaching from the management team School fee discount Pension scheme Refer a friend scheme up to 750 Health cash plan covering 10 healthcare benefits and services such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world. Employee Assistance Programme.
Please apply ASAP, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

Please apply at https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000813

Interested candidates should send an application at the earliest possible time.

Essendene Lodge School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to 13,702.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person