Job description
Assistant Cook - Grade 3
Forge Valley School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Cook to join our friendly catering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in providing fresh, nutritious meals for our pupils while helping to create a positive dining experience every day. The role is based solely at Forge Valley School and is a permanent position working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, plus two training days.
Working alongside the Chef Manager, you will support the preparation, cooking and serving of meals, maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, assist with stock control and deliveries, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school kitchen.
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience working in a kitchen, catering, hospitality or food preparation environment.
Understands food hygiene, food safety and customer service.
Enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering a high-quality service.
Is reliable, positive and committed to creating a welcoming experience for pupils, staff and visitors.
At INOVA Multi-Academy Trust, our values of Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop their skills and careers.
Join us and help make a difference to the school day for hundreds of young people through great food and excellent service.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Forge Valley School & Sixth Form
Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–19
- Pupils
- 1,533
- Avg teacher salary
- £40,487
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 21.9:1
- Academy trust
- INOVA MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST LIMITED
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Sheffield, Sheffield, S6 5HG
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- Salary
- Grade 3 Point 5 - 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 13 October 2026
- Closing date
- 3 November 2026
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