Cook

As a Cook in one of our schools, you will be bringing our menus to life - creating healthy, nutritious and delicious food that's fun for students and staff alike.

We're looking for someone with the originality and drive to focus on the highest quality food and service, making our school meals the absolute best in the area.

• Creative Menu Execution:
  Preparing our provided menus using your excellent craft skills.
• Safety Champion:
  Ensuring strict compliance with Food Hygiene, Allergen, and Health & Safety standards.
• Hospitality Production:
  Executing high-quality hospitality requests for clients and special events.
• Building Connections:
  Developing strong relationships with both our school clients and the students you serve.
• Service with a Smile:
  Providing a friendly and polite customer service experience for everyone.

• Some knowledge of education catering, and proven experience working with fresh ingredients and excellent craft skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of health and safety practices and a Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate (though we offer further training!)
• You're a self-motivated person who uses your initiative, has a deep desire to learn and loves motivating others.

Aspens Services is a market‑leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals—we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds! By blending deep knowledge of the education sector with the latest high‑street food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen. Our commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and we are looking for passionate people like you to join our journey.

You'll work Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas!

• 27.5 hours per week
• 38 weeks per year - what will you do with all that time off?
• £15.50 - £17 per hour