This will be 30 hours per week Term Time only plus 5 training days.

The STAR Multi Academy Trust wishes to appoint a highly enthusiastic and motivated Trust Support Cook to join our STAR Eats team working in our school kitchens.  The successful candidate must be flexible and able to work under pressure and in a team. In return, we can offer a supportive and friendly work environment with a proven track record of offering development opportunities to all staff. Experience of working in a busy kitchen environment is essential.

The role will include:   

The core focus of this job is supporting the executive chef and other catering teams to deliver an efficient catering service operating to the highest standards of food safety. The post holder will do this by carrying out duties such as food preparation and service and other kitchen management duties including the supervision of staff, ordering food, stocktaking and administration, serving meals to children and staff, washing up and cleaning the kitchen and dining room when required. The post will involve travel between sites.

STAR Eats consists of 9 primary schools and 1 high school. 

The STAR MAT is committed to equality, and to making fair and equitable treatment an integral part of everything we do.  The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS check and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.

As part of the STAR Multi Academy Trust we pride ourselves on the work that we do supporting young people and welcome all applications. Visit the website here for access to our recruitment policies. 

As a Trust we offer a range of extensive opportunities, incentives and benefits to staff including:

• Access to STAR MAT’s employee benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out and so much more…
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for a range of free and confidential advice with a range of support materials available
• Continuous training and development opportunities

The STAR Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of pupils. Full references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for successful candidates.