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Job Title: School Cook Manager, Ashlands Primary School
Hourly rate: £14 ph (dependent on experience)
Location: Leeds Road, Ilkley, LS29 8JY
Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time only
Weekly Hours: 30
Start Date: ASAP

As the School Cook Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school kitchen, ensuring the provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary needs of the students. Your expertise in cooking and your strong management skills will allow you to create a positive dining experience for the students while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

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. Join Mellors and contribute to the health and happiness of the students through the power of good food.

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

The Key Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar role, including catering for large groups
Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and inspire a team
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations, and the ability to implement and maintain strict standards
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
To perform duties as directed by the Area Manager
Conduct stock takes and ordering products via the online portalIn 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