Cook Manager - St Marys Primary School

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Dereham
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Kitchen Management Food Safety Cooking Team Management Customer Service Communication Budget Management Allergen Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Cook Manager - St Marys Primary School

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Cook Manager for St Mary's Primary School in Dereham, Norfolk. This permanent, part-time role (25 hours per week, term-time only) involves managing the kitchen team, preparing and serving nutritious meals to students and staff.

Job Details

Salary: £27,001.58 pro rata (£13.31/hour) + 28 days paid holiday

Location: Dereham

Job Type: Part Time

Business Area: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Reference: 060003

The Opportunity

  • Permanent
  • 25 hours per week, Mon-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm
  • Term-time only (38 weeks per year)

A Day in the Life

You will become an integral part of the school, managing the kitchen team, preparing, cooking and serving lunches for young people and school staff, ensuring an engaging and interactive dining experience for all.

Our central team will support you in managing food safety, health and safety and food allergens whilst our dedicated menu, promotions and compliance teams will provide you with menu cycles, special diet menus and promotional posters giving you time to focus on food.

Our electronic tablet will provide you with access to our kitchen management system and act as a communication tool providing you with regular updates and keeping paperwork to a minimum.

What Are We Looking For?

  • Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment
  • Good understanding of the food industry, costs and budgeting
  • Passion for fantastic customer service
  • Strong communication skills
  • Adaptable approach

Why Work for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

We provide access to award-winning training and a flexible benefits package. An enhanced DBS check will be required (paid by employer).

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