Oasis John Williams School is dedicated to creating a positive and nurturing environment for our students, fostering both academic excellence and personal growth. We pride ourselves on our commitment to inclusivity, community values, and the well-being of our students and staff. Our school community is vibrant and diverse, and we are looking for a passionate Cook to join our dedicated team.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cook to prepare nutritious, delicious meals for our students. The successful candidate will play a vital role in promoting healthy eating habits and ensuring that our school kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. You will work closely with the school staff to provide a varied menu that caters to diverse dietary needs and preferences.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook healthy, balanced meals for students and staff, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards.
Plan and develop menus that accommodate the dietary requirements of students, including allergies and food intolerances.
Source and manage food supplies, ensuring the kitchen is well-stocked and efficiently organized.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Collaborate with school and health staff to promote healthy eating initiatives and educate students about food and nutrition.
Assist in the training and supervision of kitchen staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications and Skills:
Previous experience in a similar cooking role, preferably within a school or large-scale food service environment.
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in kitchen hygiene.
Ability to create varied menus that cater to different dietary needs.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
A passion for working with children and promoting healthy eating habits.
Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment
Competitive compensation
Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
**Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)**
*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of application
Package Description“A role where you can bring your passion for food”
£14.00 per hour
32.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 14:30
Term Time Only Contract
Location: Oasis John Williams, Petherton Road, Bristol, BS14 9BU
**Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.**
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About The CompanyAbout Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
