School Cook – Morpeth
We are seeking a reliable and experienced School Cook to join a welcoming primary school in Morpeth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled catering professional who takes pride in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for children in a school environment.
As a School Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals within a busy school kitchen, ensuring all food is produced to a high standard and meets dietary and hygiene requirements. The successful School Cook will play an important role in supporting the health and wellbeing of pupils through well-balanced school meals.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 13:45 (Part-Time)
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals as a School Cook in line with school menu requirements.
- Ensure food is prepared safely, hygienically, and in accordance with food safety standards.
- As a School Cook, manage food preparation, portion control, and presentation.
- Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, following health and safety procedures.
- Support stock control, ordering, and food storage management.
- Cater for dietary requirements and allergies where required.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen and school staff to ensure smooth meal service.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience working in a catering environment – essential.
- Experience working as a School Cook or within school catering – desirable.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety, and dietary requirements.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work in a busy kitchen environment.
- A positive, reliable, and team-focused approach.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
This School Cook role would suit a dedicated catering professional who enjoys working in a school environment and is passionate about providing nutritious meals for children. A successful School Cook will be organised, efficient, and committed to maintaining high standards in food preparation and kitchen safety.
Why Work with Education World?
- REC Audited Education Status – Recognised for the highest recruitment standards
- Weekly Pay – Paid every Friday, always on time
- PAYE Only – No umbrella companies or hidden fees
- Free CPD Opportunities – Access to professional development
- Rated 4.9 on Trustpilot – Trusted by hundreds of education professionals
- Dedicated Consultants – Local knowledge and ongoing support
- Candidate-First Approach – Your availability, preferences, and wellbeing always come first
- Referral Bonus – Recommend a friend and earn uncapped rewards (T&Cs apply)
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks in line with regulatory requirements and the REC Code of Professional Practice.
Education World is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
