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Cook

£13.31k per annum
Part-time, Full-time

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We are seeking to appoint a Cook on a permanent term time only basis to join our busy catering team, to start from September 2026.

The successful candidate will be efficient, flexible, and well organised to assist with the production and preparation of food and drinks as well as serve at designated times during the academy day and offers an opportunity to help and support both campuses as directed.Previous catering experience will be desirable; however, full training will be given.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

The main responsibilities are in accordance with the for Cook.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment, ability to work within a team and manage their own time effectively to ensure that the role is completed in the timeframe set.

Remuneration and Working Time

The hours of work required for the role are 25 hours, 5 days per week, 9:00am - 2.30pm (30 minutes unpaid break), term time only. Annual salary for a Cook will be in accordance with the academy support staff pay scale, which for appointment for a full time post currently involves a salary of Band 2 Point 11 in the range of point 11 - 16 (2025/26 pay awards pending) with an actual starting salary £13,309 per annum.

Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable annual performance development review process.

We can offer you:

  • A highly supportive and friendly working environment

  • Cycle-to-work Scheme

  • 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)

  • CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion

  • Up to 25% Gym Membership

  • Free staff car park

  • Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)

  • Access to Workplace Health Champions

  • Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email the HR Team, at View email address on tes.com , to arrange a telephone conversation.We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The HR team will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (). This must be completed by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CV's or third party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date : noon Tuesday, 1 September 2026, earlier successful applications will be taken through to interview sooner.

Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

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