Assistant Cook

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your potential.

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for an Assistant Cook to join our team at The Oxford Academy, Littlemore, Oxford . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for food who enjoys working in a busy school catering environment and making a difference to the dining experience of students and staff.

As an Assistant Cook, you will support the preparation and service of nutritious, high-quality meals while ensuring excellent food safety and hygiene standards are maintained.

What's in it for you?

£14.04 per hour (equated pay)

30 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Term time only

43 working weeks per year

School holidays off

Company pension

Life assurance

Discounted meals while on shift

Free on-site parking (where available)

Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.

Career development opportunities and apprenticeship programmes

Full training and ongoing support

A supportive and friendly team environment

What you'll be doing

Assisting with the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals

Supporting the lead cook and wider catering team with daily kitchen operations

Serving food to students, staff, and visitors in a friendly and professional manner

Preparing ingredients and ensuring food is cooked to specification

Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness

Assisting with stock rotation and storage procedures

Completing cleaning schedules and records accurately

Following all food safety, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures

Helping to create a welcoming dining experience for customers

Previous experience in a catering, food service, or kitchen environment is desirable

A passion for preparing and serving quality food

Good organisational and time management skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Knowledge of food hygiene practices

A positive and flexible attitude

Excellent customer service skills

Understanding of safeguarding requirements within an educational setting

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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