School Cook Manager, The Olive Primary School FTC - Adecco : Job Details

Job Title: School Cook Manager, The Olive Primary SchoolHourly rate: £13.32 p/hLocation: Reddings Lane, Tyseley, Birmingham, B11 3EYContract Type: 6 month FTC, Term Time onlyWeekly Hours: 32.5Start Date: Sept 2024

Our client, Mellors, is seeking a talented individual to join their team as a School Cook Manager on a 6 month fixed term contract. You will play a vital role in providing nutritious and delicious meals to students, empowering them to thrive academically and lead healthy lifestyles. If you have a flair for cooking, excellent management skills, and a commitment to food hygiene, this could be the perfect role for you!

As the School Cook Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school kitchen and ensuring the delivery of nutritious meals to students and staff. You will play a pivotal role in creating a positive dining experience and promoting healthy eating habits among the school community.

At Mellors, you will be part of an award-winning family business established in 1840, who strive to offer a bespoke service that is unrivalled, making them the first choice contract caterer for staff restaurants, schools and colleges in the north. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients from local suppliers, they are committed to delivering an exciting choice of food that doesn't cost the earth, whilst ensuring sustainability is at the heart of everything they do.

Mellors Mission: Top quality service and food create happy and successful people

The Key Requirements:

• Strong experience in cooking and knowledge of food preparation techniques
• A thorough understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations, with a valid food hygiene certificate
• Excellent communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with various stakeholders
• The ability to work well under pressure and deliver excellent results in a fast-paced environment
• Relevant qualifications in catering, management, or food safety will be an advantage
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and ensure the timely delivery of ingredients
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the catering service, seeking feedback from stakeholders
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing demands and handle unexpected situations
• To perform duties as directed by the Area Manager

The Benefits and Perks

In return for your hard work and dedication, our client offers a competitive salary along with the opportunity to make a significant impact on the overall well-being of students. By nourishing their bodies and minds, you will contribute to their success both inside and outside the classroom. With term time only, you will enjoy a much healthier work-life balance, whilst working in a supportive and inclusive environment that values your skills and expertise.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

The Next step: Please click apply and submit an up-to-date CV. Mellors is committed to being an inclusive employer. You can expect to receive an update on your application within two working days. Thank you for your interest and look forward to hearing from you.