Cook 27.5hrs - Gomersal primary school, Cleckheaton

Kirklees Catering Service is looking for a passionate and experienced Primary Chef to join our dedicated team. You’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to over 145 pupils daily, helping to create a positive dining experience in our busy school kitchens.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll prepare, cook, and present meals to the highest standards, support themed events, and ensure smooth service delivery in collaboration with your team and supervisor.

• Prepare and serve over 100+ main meals and desserts daily.
• Maintain high standards of food presentation and hygiene.
• Assist with kitchen administration and use of Cypad Kitchen Manager software.
• Supervise staff and cover for the Catering Supervisor when required.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through friendly and helpful service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Support themed days and promotional events.
• Wear appropriate uniform (provided) and follow all council policies.

• Experience preparing meals for 145+ customers daily.
• Strong administration and supervisory skills.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to attain).
• Understanding of Food Safety and Allergy legislation.
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding training.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory health check.

• Be part of a supportive and innovative team.
• Make a real difference in children’s daily lives.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Work in a rewarding and community-focused environment.

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with only working term-time and weekends, bank holidays, and Christmas off every year.

Our employees are at the very heart of the services we provide to the community; to help us achieve our ambitions, we want the best possible team. In return, we will make sure you are rewarded with a great range staff benefits to support you in and out of work.