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Location: Grimsby (DN34 5QN)
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Deliver Healthy Meals That Make a Difference Every Day
Smile Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Grimsby, part of the Enquire Learning Trust (ELT), for an experienced and enthusiastic Cook to lead the school's catering provision.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community where high standards, teamwork and providing nutritious meals for children are at the heart of the school day.

Ideally located for candidates travelling from Cleethorpes, New Waltham, Laceby, Scartho, Waltham, Healing, Immingham and Humberston, the school offers excellent road links, making it easily accessible from across North East Lincolnshire.
About the SchoolThis friendly and inclusive primary school is committed to providing children with a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive. The school places great importance on pupils' wellbeing, with healthy, nutritious meals playing a key role in supporting their development.
As part of the Enquire Learning Trust, staff benefit from working within a collaborative network of schools that values professional development, teamwork and continuous improvement.

About Enquire Learning Trust
The school is proud to be part of the Enquire Learning Trust (ELT), a family of 32 primary schools across the North of England.
At ELT, children come first. The Trust is driven by collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring every child receives the highest quality education. Their values of care, ambition and excellence are embedded throughout every school, creating supportive environments where both pupils and staff flourish.

The Role
As the school's Cook, you will:

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals from a set menu.
• Manage food ordering, deliveries and stock control.
• Maintain accurate daily records and financial documentation.
• Ensure the kitchen and dining areas meet the highest standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• Lead by example in maintaining Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.
• Report faulty equipment and ensure all kitchen procedures are followed.
• Deliver an excellent catering service for pupils, staff and visitors.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working as a Cook, Chef or Catering Supervisor.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently while maintaining high standards.
• A positive, reliable and customer-focused approach.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.
• Ability to provide a full two years of employment and/or education references.
• Right to work in the UK.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
Registration & ComplianceSuccessful candidates will be required to attend a registration appointment with Smile Education as part of our safeguarding and compliance process.
To avoid delays, registrations will be arranged as soon as possible once your application and supporting documents have been received.

Why Join Smile Education?

• Permanent opportunity within an Enquire Learning Trust school.
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your recruitment journey.
• Competitive salary.
• Weekly support throughout onboarding.
• Ongoing CPD opportunities.
• £100 Joining Bonus – Receive £100 after completing your first 10 days of work.*
• £200 Referral Bonus – Recommend a friend or colleague and earn £200 once they complete the qualifying period.*

Safeguarding Commitment
The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, identity and qualification verification, employment and reference checks, right to work checks and online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024).

Apply TodayIf you're passionate about preparing nutritious meals that support children's learning and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.