Educare Recruitment
Cook
Cook at Educare Recruitment, based in Penzance, South West England, paying £13.50 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £13.50 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Penzance, South West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Chef
- DBS check
23% below the typical rate for chef
Reference 57535827
About the role
School Cook – Cornwall and surrounding areas
Educare Recruitment Ltd
Educare Recruitment is currently looking for reliable, enthusiastic and experienced School Cooks to work within schools in and around Cornwall.
We're looking for someone who enjoys preparing fresh, tasty meals, takes pride in their work and understands the importance of providing nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming school environment.
The Role
Working as part of a school catering team, your responsibilities may include:
- Preparing and cooking meals for pupils and staff.
- Following menus and catering requirements.
- Preparing ingredients and maintaining high food quality standards.
- Catering for specific dietary requirements and food allergies.
- Maintaining excellent kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
- Following food safety and health and safety procedures.
- Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school kitchen.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment is essential.
- Previous school catering experience would be an advantage.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and food safety.
- Food Hygiene Certificate or relevant catering qualifications.
- Understanding of allergens and dietary requirements.
- Reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team.
- A positive attitude and passion for preparing good-quality food.
- Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one, subject to requirements.
Why Work With Educare Recruitment?
- Opportunities across schools in Cornwall and surrounding areas.
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Short-term and longer-term assignments.
- Friendly and supportive recruitment team.
- Opportunities to gain experience within school catering.
Interested?
If you have catering experience and would enjoy working within a school environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and a member of the Educare Recruitment team will be in touch.
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Reference: 57535827 · Posted 5 days ago · Closes 17 Dec 2026 · Listed via Educare Recruitment
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