Description Assistant Cook 2 – Thurrock Salary: Starting at £23,656 per annum pro rata as part time / £12.26 per Hour Grade A Permanent Contract 20 Hours per Week (Service Dependant) Term Time You will be required to prepare, produce, and deliver an excellent standard food service to the staff and pupils at schools in Thurrock, you must be able to organise, arrange and supervise all activities in the school kitchen, counter display and dining room area and must be prepared to cover where-ever required across Thurrock in other schools if needed. You will need to promote the service and keep abreast of new products, promotions, and any changes in legislation. Your main responsibilities will include: Promotion of the Catering Service and supporting the Head of Kitchen to keep abreast of new products & legislation, Support the Head of Kitchen and Catering Services to organise and deliver a high standard of service and customer care Support the Head of Kitchen with food preparation and cooking as required Participate in annual appraisals and any training required Support the Catering Service to increase uptake and business growth Full workplace training will be given, which includes food hygiene and safety training. A flexible approach with a ‘can-do’ attitude is required together with a pleasant personality and excellent customer care ethics. You must be able: To be available for work to cover in any site when required To undertake any training relevant to the substantive post To ensure compliance with Health & Safety at Work Act, Food Hygiene, Allergen Legislation To maintain awareness of and commitment to the Council's Equal Opportunity Policy in both relation to employment & service delivery Advert Closing Date Redeployment Only: 17th April 2025 Internal & External: 4th May 2025 Interview Date: TBC For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact the hiring manager Jayne Darlow - JDarlowthurrock.gov.uk To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: Assistant_Cook_Cook_2_Job_Profile_Dec_24.pdf