School Cook
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £22,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | TQ12 1NH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 303032FAJ |
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Job Title: School Cook
Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ12 1NH
Salary: £22,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: February 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced School Cook to join our amazing team at Fieldstone School.
About the Role
As School Cook, you’ll take pride in running the kitchen day to day, creating nutritious, well-balanced meals that pupils look forward to. From menu planning and food preparation to stock control and hygiene standards, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of our young people.
You’ll ensure all meals are prepared to a high standard, taking into account individual dietary needs and allergens, while maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and prepare balanced, high-quality menus for pupils and staff
Manage food stocks, portion control, and quality within budget
Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards across the kitchen
Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations
Prepare meals for pupils with special dietary requirements
Minimise waste and keep accurate records of food usage and supplies
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in a catering or school kitchen environment
Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management
A genuine passion for providing nutritious, appealing meals for children
Strong organisation and leadership skills
A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to wo
About Us
Fieldstone School is an independent, trauma-informed day school for students aged 5–16 with SEMH needs and complex life histories.
All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and benefit from a multi-disciplinary team of educational and clinical professionals. We provide a nurturing, evidence-based environment that combines therapeutic care with personalised, trauma-informed learning.
Small group teaching, tailored programmes, and relational approaches help pupils build confidence, resilience, and social-emotional skills. Our College House and Place House provisions ensure age-appropriate support and pathways from early years through to secondary transition. At Fieldstone, we are committed to helping every pupil flourish, achieve their potential, and prepare for a successful future.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Job Title: School Cook
Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ12 1NH
Salary: £22,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: February 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced School Cook to join our amazing team at Fieldstone School.
About the Role
As School Cook, you’ll take pride in running the kitchen day to day, creating nutritious, well-balanced meals that pupils look forward to. From menu planning and food preparation to stock control and hygiene standards, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of our young people.
You’ll ensure all meals are prepared to a high standard, taking into account individual dietary needs and allergens, while maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and prepare balanced, high-quality menus for pupils and staff
Manage food stocks, portion control, and quality within budget
Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards across the kitchen
Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations
Prepare meals for pupils with special dietary requirements
Minimise waste and keep accurate records of food usage and supplies
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in a catering or school kitchen environment
Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management
A genuine passion for providing nutritious, appealing meals for children
Strong organisation and leadership skills
A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to wo
About Us
Fieldstone School is an independent, trauma-informed day school for students aged 5–16 with SEMH needs and complex life histories.
All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and benefit from a multi-disciplinary team of educational and clinical professionals. We provide a nurturing, evidence-based environment that combines therapeutic care with personalised, trauma-informed learning.
Small group teaching, tailored programmes, and relational approaches help pupils build confidence, resilience, and social-emotional skills. Our College House and Place House provisions ensure age-appropriate support and pathways from early years through to secondary transition. At Fieldstone, we are committed to helping every pupil flourish, achieve their potential, and prepare for a successful future.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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