Job Title: School Cook Location: Grove Road, Sutton Hours: 25 hours per week term time only We are seeking a reliable and experienced School Cook to join our team at Grove Road School based in Sutton.The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and serving meals to students and staff in a busy school environment. Grove Road School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls.Based in Sutton, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-19 Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism. Every day, our staff create a calm, welcoming environment for our students where they feel accepted, heard, and valued. Responsibilities: Plan and prepare daily meals and specials, taking into account dietary requirements and food allergies Maintain inventory of food and supplies, ordering as necessary Ensure that the kitchen and equipment are kept clean and well-maintained at all times Work with the school nutritionist to ensure that meals meet nutritional guidelines Monitor food temperatures to ensure safe food handling practices are followed Assist with the setup and clean-up of the lunchroom Requirements: At least 2 years'' experience as a cook in a school or similar setting Knowledge of safe food handling practices and regulations Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions How you ll be rewarded: Real Living Wage employer ..... full job details .....