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Assistant Cook
Wellesbourne CofE Primary School
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 10/29/2026
About this role
Kitchen Assistant / Assistant Cook Wellesbourne CE Primary School is a welcoming and ambitious school community where staff are supported to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference to children's learning, wellbeing and personal development. We are proud of our caring Christian ethos, high expectations and collaborative team culture, creating an environment where both pupils and staff can thrive and succeed together. Start Date: As soon as possible Help Us Serve Smiles Every Day! At Wellesbourne CE Primary School, we believe that healthy, nutritious meals are an important part of helping children learn, thrive and achieve their best. We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and hardworking Kitchen Assistant / Assistant Cook to join our friendly catering team. Working alongside our Cook and school staff, you will help prepare and serve delicious meals for approximately 150 pupils each day, creating a positive dining experience that supports the wellbeing of our children. What You'll Be Doing • Preparing and cooking food to a high standard. • Supporting the daily operation of a busy school kitchen. • Serving meals and helping children make healthy food choices. • Monitoring and recording food and equipment temperatures. • Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene. • Washing kitchen equipment, utensils and catering areas. • Receiving and storing food deliveries. • Assisting with stock control and ordering supplies. • Supporting pupils with dietary requirements and special diets. • Contributing ideas for menus and service improvements. • Ensuring all health, safety and food hygiene procedures are followed. We're Looking For Someone Who: • Has previous catering or kitchen experience. • Enjoys working as part of a team in a busy environment. • Takes pride in preparing quality food and maintaining high standards. • Has good literacy and numeracy skills. • Understands the importance of food hygiene and health and safety requirements. • Is organised, reliable and able to follow procedures accurately. • Enjoys working in a school environment and values the wellbeing of children. • Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Why Join Wellesbourne CE Primary School? At Wellesbourne CE Primary School, our Christian values sit at the heart of everything we do. We are a welcoming and supportive school community where every member of staff plays an important role in helping children flourish. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference each day while being part of a friendly and caring team. Safeguarding Wellesbourne CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and all safer recruitment requirements