Culture
Kitchen
Keeping our menus interesting!
Here you will find our latest theme days.
Take a peek at the exciting things we have in store! The team have been busy planning lots of great themes that keep meal times fun and interesting.
Theme Days
Student
Voice
You Said, We Did
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Can whole fruit be made available at breakfast?
Monday 2nd March, this will be available
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Can decaf coffee be available as a hot beverage before breakfast?
Decaf coffee will be available for breakfast from March 2nd
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Can chicken sausages be readily available on Tuesdays?
Yes, we will ensure we have a good supply every Tuesday
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Can we have bagels for breakfast?
Monday 2nd March we will provide bagels for breakfast once a week
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
A request for more culturally diverse meals.
From March one Thursday a month will become "Culture kitchen".
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Suggested a small cold sandwich bar be offered for juniors.
We are looking into this to start after Easter once a week/or alternate weeks.
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Introduce water jugs to tables.
In March we are introducing a hydration station
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Protein in salad bar for those that avoid sauce.
In March we will be producing protein pots for Junior School.
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Can the soup be included on the menu?
Weekly soup menu to be introduced and posted online.
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Alternative options instead of loaded to be available on Sundays.
We have already begun to change the boarding offer and will be introducing new concepts in the coming months
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Can we have plain pasta available as an option?
We have this every other day and will now be adding taster plate/portions for those that struggle trying new foods.
YOU SAID...
WE LISTENED
Larger portions for those with bigger appetite in junior school.
Seconds is always available, we also offer soup and bread alongside main meals.
Green
Goals
We love to inspire young minds to try new foods, understand where their food comes from and learn how we can help the environment be a little greener.
We are always looking for ways we can be greener, from using food waste in compost to encouraging children to have a go at planting and seeing food grow for themselves!
Allergies
We have many procedures in place to ensure children with specific dietary needs are catered for with delicious meals choices. We firmly believe that whatever the meal choice it is as delicious and as nutritious as every other option. We take pride in working together to create options that are right for every child, so that lunch is always looked forward to!
If you would like to know more about how we work to ensure dietary needs are met please get in touch with the school.
In the dining room, our daily menu display and separate allergy signs list all allergies contained in each meal that all children and teachers see when choosing their food.
We also place allergy cards on the counter top against each meal choice to highlight the allergies in each dish.
Our chefs are very knowledgable about allergies and are always on hand for reassurance about the exact ingredients in every dish.
Meet the
Team
Ben has been at The Mount and with Wilson Vale for six years. He has a degree in Film History from Sheffield Hallam University and Mrs Perks taught him Chemistry at Manor school. Outside of work Ben loves to spend time with his family, as well as going to watch Leeds United..
Janice has been here for twenty one years and is part of the furniture in the school. Janice loves reading, Chinese food and spending time with her family.
Tip has been with Wilson Vale for six years. She is originally from Thailand and has lived in York for 18 years. Tip loves cooking and especially baking bread. Her hobby is making different bread recipes from around the world. She enjoys gardening and visiting RHS and National Trust locations around the UK.
Nettie has been with Wilson Vale for five years. Nettie spends her free time looking after her grandchildren and walking her dog. Outside of work she can often be found doing a crossword puzzle on her phone.
Lisa has been with Wilson Vale for twelve years. Lisa enjoys reading, walking her dog and listening to music.
Amy has been with Wilson Vale for just over a year and has been working in hospitality for the last five years. When not at work Amy enjoys playing the guitar and singing. She regularly goes skiing with her brother in Switzerland and loves live music. Her favourite food is charcuterie and cheese boards
Dorota joined Wilson Vale in June 2022 as a pastry chef. She really enjoys making delicious desserts and loves learning new recipes. Her hobbies are cake craft and walking her two cockapoos.
voted by her colleagues. Tipsuan Greenbank, Wilson Vale Craft Works Rising Star Tipsuan has an infectious enthusiasm for the tasks and has gone over and above the required Craft Works content. During her journey she has developed confidence which has then clearly transferred to her role.