School Chef

Further Information

School Chef (Catering Service, Mortimer Community College) – £28,598 pa pro rata – 35 hours per week (extra hours may be allocated according to meal numbers) – Fixed Term contract in the first instance with the view to becoming Permanent for the right candidate

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic Cook to lead and motivate a kitchen team to deliver first class catering to around 750 children and adults per day. Applicants must have superb craft and training skills, excellent communication and leadership ability, and experience of developing catering services through innovation and creativity.

A great school lunch supports children’s health and wellbeing and enhances their ability to concentrate and learn in class. Are you committed to providing first class, tasty and nutritious lunches to the children of Mortimer Community School? If so we urge you to apply for this exciting role.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Nicola Bowman, Area Manager on [contact hidden].

We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here – www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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Closing date: Noon, 14 May 2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 1 June 2026