Mobile Cook and Development Officer

Salary: Gradd 5 - £28,142 - £32,061

About The Service
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the vision and drive to be part of a dynamic team in delivering high-quality school meals? Cardiff Council's Education Catering Service provides over 28,000 nutritious meals daily across 115 primary, secondary, and special education schools, supporting the educational attainment and well-being of our children and young people.

About the job
At Cardiff Council's Education Catering Service, we believe that every child deserves access to nutritious, delicious meals that fuel their learning and growth. Our vision is to enhance the educational experience of children and young people across Cardiff by ensuring they receive the best possible mealtime experience.

As the Mobile Cook and Development Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of school kitchens by covering absences and implementing improvement activities. You will oversee food production, supervise staff, ensure compliance with food safety and nutritional standards, and deliver on-the-job training. Your role will be vital in maintaining high standards of service delivery and supporting the development of the catering team.

As a Mobile Cook and Development Officer, you will oversee food production, supervise staff, ensure compliance with food safety and council policies, deliver on-the-job training, maintain clerical duties, and contribute to strategic plans and staff development. Your role will be integral to ensuring that high standards of service delivery are maintained and the smooth operation of school kitchens is supported.

We Will Offer You

• Impactful Work: Be part of a service that directly contributes to the educational success and well-being of children and young people.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career development and training in a supportive environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a passionate team dedicated to making a difference.

What We Are Looking For From You
We are seeking someone with significant experience in preparing and cooking complex menus in a large multi-site catering operation. Strong people management skills, experience in delivering informal training, and a commitment to high standards of food safety and nutritional compliance are essential. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work flexibly and independently.

Additional information
For further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Judith Gregory, Education Catering Business Manager, jgregory@cardiff.gov.uk .

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.

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