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Job Description Kitchen Lead - SEN Specialist School - Welwyn Garden CityThis Kitchen Lead position is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced cook or catering professional who enjoys leading a kitchen, maintaining high standards, and working within a school environment that truly values care, inclusion, and community.Salary: 16,000 - 23,000Start Date: AprilLocation: Welwyn Garden CitySector: Education and TrainingContract: Full-Time | PermanentAre you passionate about food, teamwork, and making a positive difference? We are seeking a Kitchen Lead to join a welcoming SEN Specialist School in Welwyn Garden City, where your work will play a vital role in supporting the health, wellbeing, and daily routines of pupils with special educational needs in the education and training sector.The Role:As Kitchen Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the school kitchen, ensuring nutritious, well-balanced meals are prepared and served in line with dietary, medical, and individual pupil needs.Key Responsibilities:Preparing and cooking healthy, high-quality meals for pupils and staffSupervising and supporting kitchen staffEnsuring compliance with food hygiene, health 'safety, and allergen regulationsManaging stock, ordering supplies, and minimising wasteAdapting menus to meet dietary requirements and SEN-specific needsMaintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen environmentWhat's on Offer:Salary of 16,000 - 23,000A supportive and inclusive SEN school environmentA role where your work directly supports pupil wellbeingA friendly, collaborative staff team in Welwyn Garden CityJob security and a positive work-life balance within a school settingThe Ideal Candidate Will: Have previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment (supervisory experience desirable)Hold a Food Hygiene Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)Be organised, reliable, and confident leading a small teamUnderstand the importance of meeting dietary and medical needsEnjoy working in a school or care-based environmentBe committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeingThis Kitchen Lead position in Welwyn Garden City is a permanent role starting in April, ideal for someone looking for a meaningful role within the education and training sector.If you are looking for a fulfilling position where your skills truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.JBRP1_UKTJ