After School Club Cook


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Sheffield, S10 1NE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Sept 2026
Closing date:	14 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

The governors at Westways Primary are looking for a reliable, friendly and enthusiastic After School Club Cook to join our fantastic school community. The right candidate will help prepare and serve meals to our children who attend the After School Club.

You will prepare, cook, and serve a healthy, comforting late-afternoon snack or light meal for the children attending our after-school club. You will make sure that all dietary requirements and high standards of food hygiene are met while creating a warm, welcoming environment for the children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Plans menus, prepares foods and drinks and cooks various nutritious and appealing snacks or light meals.

• Manages kitchen operations safely, following strict Food Safety and Hygiene regulations (HACCP).

• Ensures equipment is in proper working order, including checking temperatures.

• Undertakes stock checks and associated paperwork, manages food stock, orders supplies and controls waste efficiently.

• Caters for specific dietary needs, allergies and cultural requirements.

• Checks and puts away deliveries as required.

• Assists with clearing and cleaning the kitchen and dining area after service.

• Interacts positively with pupils and colleagues, demonstrating a patient and caring attitude, good time-management skills and a passion for making healthy food for our children attending our After School Club.

• Has previous experience working in a school kitchen, nursery or commercial catering environment.

• Holds a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or a willingness to complete certification before starting).

• Has a sense of humour, combined with energy and enthusiasm.

What the school offers its staff

• An outward looking school that puts the children at the heart of everything we do.

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.

• Respectful, kind and aspirational children.

• An inclusive school that celebrates, embraces and is proud of its diversity.

• Bespoke continual professional development for staff at all levels.

• Support from an experienced senior leadership team.

• Time and support to ensure you are able to perform successfully in this role.

• Mutual respect and collaboration with staff who understand the value of teamwork.

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application please telephone Vicky Phillips, School Business Manager, on 0114 266 2471 to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Closing date: Wednesday 14th October 2026 at midday

Shortlisting: Thursday 15th October 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 20th October 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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