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Cook – Primary School (Maternity Cover)

Posted: 11-06-2026
Category: Other School Roles
Location: Hulland
Type: Full-time / Contract
Salary: £27 - £30 per hour

Job Title: Cook (Maternity Leave Cover)
Reference: ELTJUN2609
Location: Hull
Hours: 30 Hours Per Week
Working Pattern: Term Time Only + 5 Training Days
Salary: NJC SCP 5
Contract: Fixed-Term until 19 March 2027 (subject to confirmation of maternity leave return date)
Start Date: 7 September 2026

Are you a passionate and experienced Cook looking for a rewarding role within a friendly primary school environment? We are recruiting on behalf of one of our valued schools within the ELT Trust for a dedicated Cook to lead the delivery of a high-quality catering service.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on pupils' daily school experience by providing nutritious, delicious meals in a safe and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities
✅ Prepare, cook and serve meals to pupils, staff and visitors
✅ Support menu planning and help create engaging meal options
✅ Complete weekly catering administration and bookwork
✅ Order supplies and manage stock control effectively
✅ Organise and support themed food days and special events
✅ Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety
✅ Ensure compliance with Trust policies and relevant food safety legislation
✅ Work collaboratively as part of the school team to deliver an excellent catering service

Requirements
✔ Minimum 6 months' catering or cooking experience within the UK
✔ Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety procedures
✔ Experience preparing meals in a busy kitchen environment
✔ Strong organisational and time management skills
✔ Ability to work independently and use initiative
✔ Passion for delivering excellent customer service
✔ Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Apply?
⭐ Term-time only working pattern
⭐ Supportive and welcoming school environment
⭐ Opportunity to make a real difference to children's school experience
⭐ Be part of a respected and growing Trust
⭐ Fixed-term role with a September 2026 start

If you are an enthusiastic Cook who takes pride in preparing quality meals and would enjoy working within a primary school setting, we would love to hear from you.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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