Cook Manager – Term Time [44.6 weeks]
31.25 Hours per week
Harrison Catering Services are an independent, family-owned company, which has achieved consistent growth year after year by keeping the core values upon which it was founded - family, respect, honesty, pride and exceptional performance, together known as the Harrison Five Fundamentals - at the heart of its business.
Our catering teams are skilled in the art of transforming fresh, seasonal ingredients into nutritious home-cooked meals that support healthier lifestyles and enable customers of all ages to perform at their best throughout the day.
We are looking for a Cook Manager to join one of our school catering teams. The position will be responsible for preparing and cooking food for lunch service, catering for 50-60 pupils in the main and satellite site, managing the team, maintaining stock control and planning menus.
The ideal candidate will have proven craft skills and a real passion for fresh food. Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Food Preparation / Professional Cookery or equivalent, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary.
Harrison is dedicated to providing quality, fresh and seasonal food supported by a carefully selected network of suppliers across the UK who provide responsibly-sourced ingredients - all of which inspires our chefs to create exciting innovative menus.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; all successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application, provide 2 references, and have the right to work in the UK.
Our term-time contract is a great way to combine work with family commitments.
There are opportunities for those who wish to develop their career further within Harrison Catering Services, as we have a number of craft and management workshops should you wish to further develop your skills.
Our benefits include:
Permanent term-time contract
Excellent training and opportunities for career progression
High street and online discount scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Pro Rata Statutory Holiday
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
Suitable candidates will receive a response within 5 working days.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.11 per hour
Expected hours: 32.5 per week
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
Do you have experience working within an educational environment?
Experience:
Cook Management: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: H1212
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Industry:
Hospitality
Employees:
1,001-5,000
Founded:
1994
Address:
Oxford House, Thame, Oxfordshire, GB, OX9 2AH
Since its founding in 1994, Harrison Catering Services has always been about quality fresh food prepared on-site and served by skilled professionals who love what they do. An independent, family-owned company, Harrison has achieved consistent growth year after year by keeping the core values upon which it was founded—family, respect, honesty, pride and exceptional performance, together known as the Harrison Five Fundamentals—at the heart of its business. Above all, Harrison understands that every client is unique. Working in partnership, we create an individual catering service that meets—and exceeds—each client’s needs and aspirations. Our catering teams are skilled in the art of transforming fresh, seasonal ingredients into nutritious home-cooked meals that support healthier lifestyles and enable customers of all ages to perform at their best throughout the day. Harrison’s dedication to providing quality, fresh and seasonal food is supported by a carefully selected network of suppliers across the UK who provide responsibly-sourced ingredients—all of which inspires our chefs to create innovative menus that are constantly changing. By continually delivering an innovative, high-quality service that offers real value for money, Harrison builds successful, long-term relationships.
