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Cook in Charge

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook · Crook · County Durham

Job description

Inspiring meals. Supporting learning. Leading with heart.

Are you passionate about great food and creating a positive, welcoming dining experience for children?
St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School, Crook is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Cook in Charge to lead our school kitchen and make a real difference every day.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a caring school community where your skills will directly support the wellbeing, health and happiness of our pupils.

🌟 What You’ll Do

As our Cook in Charge, you will:

  • Lead the daily running of a busy, friendly school kitchen
  • Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals that children genuinely enjoy
  • Supervise and inspire kitchen staff
  • Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety practices
  • Manage stock, ordering and budgets effectively

🌟 What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who:

  • Has a passion for food and takes pride in delivering great service
  • Is a confident leader who can motivate and support a small team
  • Is organised, proactive and able to manage a fast-paced kitchen
  • Brings experience from a similar catering or supervisory role
  • Wants to contribute to a positive dining experience that helps children flourish

🌟 Why Join Us?

  • A warm, supportive school environment
  • The chance to shape a catering service you can be proud of
  • A role where your work makes a meaningful impact every single day

If you’re excited to take the lead and help create a happy, healthy dining experience for our school community, we’d love to hear from you. If you require anymore information please contact Angela Herron on 07300 810325

Please note - this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

About this school

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11

Not rated
Pupils
134
Avg teacher salary
£55,394
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.6:1
Academy trust
BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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Location

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Crook, County Durham, DL15 9DN