Head Cook

Byron Wood Academy have an exciting opportunity for a Head Cook to join their team on a term time basis.

As an essential member of the catering team, you will thrive in a busy environment, be adaptable and flexible and will support colleagues to maintain high professional standards.  

As Head Cook you will:

• Work as part of a team preparing and serving fresh, interesting and nutritious school meals within budget 
• Work in accordance with the school food standards, allowing for allergen issues, ensuring full adherence to recipes, food presentation standards and portion control
• Ensure that work is carried out hygienically, safely and tidily at all times within the prevailing legislative framework
• Lead and organise the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Manager.

About Us:

Byron Wood Academy serves approximately 450 students between the ages of 4 and 11. Situated in the heart of an area of rich cultural and social diversity in the Burngreave area of Sheffield, Byron Wood is more than just an academy but a hub of innovation and creativity that inspires tomorrow’s generation.

Byron Wood is a very happy and popular academy that recognises and celebrates diversity - there are over twenty-six different languages spoken throughout the academy. 

We are looking for:

• Relevant experience in a similar role
• Excellent organisational skills 
• The ability to work to tight deadlines whilst paying close attention to detail
• Relevant Food Safety and Hygiene certificates
• Evidence of recent in-service training and professional development.

What we offer:

• A dedicated and supportive team with a shared mission to improve the catering offer within education
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Continued professional development and training opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

Interested in applying?

Please take a look at the Applicant Brief to find out more before applying.  

We actively welcome visits and discussions about the role.

If you are joining us from another school, academy or trust we recognise your continuous service date with confirmation from your current employer. This can positively impact a number of entitlements, including increased annual holiday payments which represent an increase in salary. This can be discussed in more detail at interview.

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early - please apply now to avoid disappointment.