COOK ASSISTANT

Roles And Responsibilities

Position : Cook

Purpose of the Position

The Cook plays a vital role in supporting the daily functioning of the school by preparing nutritious, balanced, and hygienic meals for students and staff. This position contributes to student wellbeing, health and safety, and the overall effectiveness of school operations by ensuring meals are safe, appealing, and meet dietary requirements.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to menus and dietary requirements.Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.Manage kitchen inventory and order supplies as needed.Maintain records of food supplies and equipment.Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent.Previous experience as a cook in an educational or institutional setting. Food safety certification is a plus

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent. -1+ years of experience in cleaning or janitorial roles.

Ability to perform physical tasks and operate cleaning equipment.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.