Assistant Cook - Aberfoyle Primary School (Temporary to cover maternity leave)

Stirling Council; Aberfoyle; On-site; GBP 15,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Assistant Cook to join their team at Aberfoyle Primary School. This part-time, temporary position focuses on maintaining high standards of food preparation and service. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in catering and be committed to kitchen hygiene and health safety compliance. Enjoy benefits such as flexible working arrangements, generous leave, and ongoing development opportunities. If you are passionate about food and service, this is a great opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme membership

Up to 6 months full sick pay

Carers Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Health & Wellbeing support

Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Technology Benefit Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is essential for this role.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food while maintaining high standards.
• Ensure compliance with kitchen hygiene and health regulations.

Skills

Catering Experience

Food Preparation

Kitchen Hygiene

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

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Ref no: STR07600

Published: 02/05/2025

Closes: 16/05/2025

Location: Aberfoyle Primary School, Lochard Road, Aberfoyle, By Stirling, FK8 3SZ

Salary: £14,830 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 25 hours per week

Job Description

To apply for this position, please click the “Click here to apply” link below. This will direct you to Stirling Council’s new recruitment portal, Oracle. If you are using the Stirling Council Oracle for the first time, you will need to register.

A vacancy has arisen for an Assistant Cook who is motivated, interested, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of food preparation and service. Duties include food preparation, cooking, food service, kitchen hygiene, and health and safety, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Experience in catering is essential. The role is initially based at one location but may require moving to other locations with appropriate notice, as needed. This is a temporary position covering maternity leave for 12 months.

The successful candidate must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children. If your application progresses after the interview, you will need to complete the necessary forms and verification.

If you possess the right skills, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years of continuous service)
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid office/home working
• Biennial incremental progression within the pay scale
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For details, visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay, dependent on service length
• Carers Leave
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support
• Ongoing Learning & Development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lift share Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Technology Benefit Scheme

The application process requires membership in the PVG scheme for children. Further details will be provided if your application advances.

Applications for this job cannot be made online. Please refer to the advert for further information.