Cook

Crawley, United Kingdom Posted on 18/05/2026

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Job Description Children's Cook - 1 Month Contract with Local Authority

Summary

• The Children's Cook is tasked with preparing and delivering nutritious, balanced meals for children and staff within a care setting. This role is crucial in ensuring that meals are cooked to a high standard, meet dietary requirements, and are served on time. The position involves preparing a daily light lunch and a two-course evening meal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a single-course light lunch to be served at 1:00 PM.
• Prepare and cook a two-course evening meal to be served at 5:00 PM.
• Cater for up to 20 children and adults, ensuring appropriate portion sizes.
• Follow set menus and pre-planned food orders.
• Ensure all meals are nutritious, balanced, and suitable for children.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a cook, preferably within a school, care, or childcare setting.
• Experience preparing meals for groups.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week with some flexibility, but meals must be prepared at specified times.
• Menus are provided, and food orders are already planned.
• Enhanced DBS check with Child Barred List required.