Vacancies

Weekend Cook

Weekend Cook

Colchester Royal Grammar School

Required May 2024 or as soon as possible

 

18 hours per week (with the possibility of more hours during the week if desired)

(Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 7.30pm), 33 weeks per year (term-time only)

Minimum Salary: £12.59 – 12.80 ph (depending on experience)

Scale 4 Local Government Scale

We are excited to offer this unique and rewarding position with sole responsibility for the preparation, cooking and service of nutritious meals for up to 30 boarders and duty staff. Initially this person will have the ability to follow the agreed menu and recipes, as well as knowledge of health and safety and food hygiene regulations. Once established in the role our Cook will be able to work in conjunction with the students to set their own menus using ingredients which reflect their tastes and preferences.

 

We are open to applications from candidates who have experience of cooking meals from scratch and who want to develop their skills in a welcoming and supportive kitchen.

 

The ability to work additional hours during the week and for school functions is also available. We offer an Employee Assistance Programme and the use of our swimming pool during the summer months.

 

For a full job description and person specification see below.

 

To apply:  Please send a short CV or completed application form to applications@crgs.co.uk.

 

Closing date: 9am Monday 29 April 2024.  Please note we reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to this date. We encourage potential candidates to apply as soon as possible, due to the urgency of the role.

 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.  All candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be screened online.  Our School is enriched by a strongly multicultural and diverse student body. We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, and would welcome applications from people who support and enhance this ethos.  We have a Recruitment and Selection Policy Statement Policies, TSAT Trust (tsatrust.org.uk).

 

Vacancy Closing Date: 13/05/2024