Assistant Cook

Forge Valley School & Sixth Form, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 5HG

21 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  13 October 2026

• Closing date

  3 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Grade 3 Point 5 - 6

Assistant Cook job summary

Assistant Cook - Grade 3 

Forge Valley School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Cook to join our friendly catering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in providing fresh, nutritious meals for our pupils while helping to create a positive dining experience every day. The role is based solely at Forge Valley School and is a permanent position working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, plus two training days. 

Working alongside the Chef Manager, you will support the preparation, cooking and serving of meals, maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness, assist with stock control and deliveries, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school kitchen. 

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working in a kitchen, catering, hospitality or food preparation environment.

Understands food hygiene, food safety and customer service.

Enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering a high-quality service.

Is reliable, positive and committed to creating a welcoming experience for pupils, staff and visitors. 

At INOVA Multi-Academy Trust, our values of Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop their skills and careers. 

Join us and help make a difference to the school day for hundreds of young people through great food and excellent service.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Candidates are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with Forge Valley School Safeguarding procedures - Forge Valley School - Safeguarding

https://www.forgevalley.school/

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Forge Valley School & Sixth Form

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1494 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Forge Valley School & Sixth Form website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/forge-valley-school

Forge Valley School is an 11-18 Academy sponsored by Tapton School Academy Trust. We are an Ofsted “Good” school with the ambition and capacity to improve further. The school serves over 1500 pupils and since the school’s reputation goes from strength to strength, the number of pupils at Forge Valley School is expected to rise further.
One of our key strengths is our staff who are committed to ensuring all pupils become the best they can be. Although we work as a team, we recognise each member of staff as an individual and offer bespoke CPD and support. Above all, we are a team that enjoys working at Forge Valley School, who are supportive, approachable and ambitious for each other and ourselves.

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