Chef / Cook

Aurora Rowan School, Lower Caversham, Reading

Chef / Cook

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Aurora Rowan School, Lower Caversham, Reading

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 26 Jan | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: eb47c4fdb8fe4571ac9d8edd17c1abce

Full Job Description

  • Establish consistencies in meal and snack preparation whilst considering the dietary & sensory needs of the individual young people
  • Cost meal plans whilst considering a balanced, healthy diet that the young people will enjoy
  • Use creativity and experience to ensure meals are varied
  • Source and build on cost effective supplier relationships
  • Lead, motivate, engage and develop staff to encourage high performance
  • Communicate effectively at all times both verbally and in writing which ensures clarity regarding the ordering, preparation and delivery of all food
  • Ensure that health and safety, food hygiene and other standards are adhered to across the site
  • Please note that duties will vary and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of Aurora Rowan School when required.

  • Experience of managing a catering environment with the potential for multiple and complex dietary requirements
  • Experience of planning and preparing menus to ensure balanced, healthy eating and variety
  • Working knowledge of health and safety legislation (including COSHH regulations, manual handling and food hygiene procedures) and requirements in relation to food preparation
  • Experienced in carrying regular equipment/maintenance check and recording as and when required
  • Good standards of literacy, numeracy, written and verbal communication
  • Possess good working knowledge of kitchen equipment and cleaning schedules
  • Proven ability to prioritise tasks and work flexibly as appropriate
  • Committed to promoting the health, welfare and safeguarding of children and young adults
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certified or above
  • Have experience of cooking for between 40 -80 people

    Part of the Aurora Group, Aurora Rowan School in Tokers Green, Reading, Berkshire opened in November 2024, supporting young people aged 6 -16 with Moderate to Severe Learning and Specific Learning Disabilities needs including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and associated difficulties, who require an individualised, specialist approach.
  • We are a passionate team that put the opportunity to provide the best possible outcomes for our children and young people in their preparation for adult life at the centre of all we do and all our decision making. The support we will provide enables each of our students to engage and progress at their own level within a learning environment designed to help them achieve their full potential as they reach adulthood., The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability and equal opportunities employer. This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.

    Be part of our successful team and also benefit from a generous package that includes:
  • Life assurance
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Perkbox - offering high street discounts
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Car lease scheme
  • Fully funded training and qualifications
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more.

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