Assistant Cook - Permanent - Bothal Academy

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and passionate Assistant Cook to join our enthusiastic team of professionals. This post is on a permanent contract. In this role you will be required to supervise all staff in the catering operation within the Academy. You will complete administrative requirements, purchase stock as well as prepare healthy meals for pupils. Ensuring all staff are up to date with annual food safety training; food hygiene, allergen awareness and any changes to food legislation. Bothal Academy (Upper and Lower sites) is a great school in the centre of our vibrant community. With approximately 700 pupils on roll, we proudly serve the fantastic community of Ashington. We are relentlessly focused on ensuring our children succeed academically while celebrating the unique personal milestones that make every child shine. In October 2023, Bothal Academy was graded 'Outstanding' across the board by Ofsted - a testament to their strength and relentless focus on doing what is right for their pupils. The successful candidate will:

• Supervise relevant personnel in school and welfare catering operations.
• Complete some administration, purchasing, stock control, staff rotas and financial processes under the guidance of the Cook in Charge.
• Prepare and produce relevant food and beverage in line with pupil requirements and legislation.
• Pro-actively work in partnership to promote healthy eating and sales.
• Ensure that the correct procedures are completed in relation to all kitchen tasks.
• Assist in the preparation, serving and presentation of all food and beverages as directed by the Cook in Charge and Catering Services Manager whilst ensuring high level of customer satisfaction.
• Will have a Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering or equivalent.
• Will have a level 2 food hygiene certificate
  
  The mission of WISE Academies is to provide a high quality educational community, which offers life-changing opportunities in a safe, creative and exciting environment.
We can offer you:
• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, in the Academy and as part of WISE Academies.
• Exceptionally enthusiastic children and families who love WISE Academy.
• Competitive Salary.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Excellent wellbeing package including GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and support networks.
• Excellent training and peer support.
• A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos.
• An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community.
• A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times.
• Ongoing commitment to your professional development.
WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure Barring Services. The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible. WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online. Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK.