Cook Manager – School Kitchen (Part‑time)
HCL · Welwyn Garden City
Job description
About the role
HCL is looking for a Cook Manager to run the kitchen at Oaklands Primary School. This part‑time, term‑time role combines hands‑on cooking with leadership of the catering team, ensuring safe, nutritious meals for pupils each day.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage day‑to‑day kitchen operations
- Prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals for students
- Oversee stock control, ordering and budget management
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations
- Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control
- Manage allergen awareness and cater for special dietary requirements
- Maintain accurate records such as HACCP logs, temperature checks and audits
Required profile
- Committed to safeguarding children and young people
- Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required)
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (highly desirable)
- Passionate about delivering fresh, nutritious meals
- Experienced leader who can motivate a high‑performing team
- Well‑organised with strong planning and time‑management skills
Required skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Allergen management
- HACCP procedures
What we offer
- £13.22 per hour (£15,996 per annum) – 27.5 hours per week
- No weekends, no late nights, term‑time only
- Joining bonus of £1,000 (terms apply)
- Uniform provided
- Referral reward up to £500 (terms apply)
- Career progression opportunities
- Exclusive discounts via VIVUP
- Wellbeing support through EAP and financial assistance
- Enhanced DBS disclosure paid by HCL
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