School Cook (37 Hours all year round) - Salary £25K

A welcoming 0-5 nursery school in the LS17 area is looking for a motivated School Cook to take the lead in running a child-focused kitchen.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating nutritious meals for young children and can confidently manage the full kitchen operation. While support will be available on site, the day-to-day responsibility for meal planning, food ordering, and maintaining hygiene standards will sit with you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy, age-appropriate meals for children aged 0-5
• Take ownership of menu planning in line with early years nutritional guidance
• Manage food ordering, stock levels, and kitchen supplies
• Lead on food hygiene, safety procedures, and record-keeping
• Cater for a variety of dietary needs and allergies
• Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and fully compliant at all times
• Work collaboratively with staff, with occasional help available when needed

What we are looking for:

• Experience working as a Cook/Chef, ideally within a nursery, school, or similar setting
• Strong understanding of early years nutrition and dietary requirements
• A valid Food Hygiene qualification (Level 2 or above)
• Someone organised, reliable, and confident in managing a kitchen independently
• Ability to balance quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment

Please hit apply if this is the job for you!