Assistant Cook (Sessional) - WLC00684

Scottish Government; Livingston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Cook to join their catering team. This part-time role involves preparing a variety of meals while adhering to food safety regulations and catering to special dietary needs. You'll work in a vibrant college environment, contributing to a well-regarded service. With generous leave, a supportive work atmosphere, and excellent on-site facilities, this position offers a chance to grow your culinary skills while being part of a committed team. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement

Career average pension scheme

On-site gym

On-site restaurant

Health and wellbeing benefits

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Good general education required.
• Elementary food hygiene qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food considering dietary requirements.
• Assist with cleaning and food safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Food Hygiene

Education

Elementary Food Hygiene Qualification

SCQF Level 5 - Food Preparation and Cooking

Job description

Location: West Lothian College Almondvale Crescent Livingston West Lothian, EH54 7EP

Salary: £25,331 - £27,839 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 32 hours per week

Job Description

Estates and Sustainability

Start Date: August 2025

Contract: Fixed Term for 7 months

Salary: Grade 2 (Points 5 to 11)

£25,331 to £27,839 per annum pro rata (subject to pending job evaluation)

West Lothian College is looking to appoint an Assistant Cook to assist the Team Leader - Catering and Head Cook in delivering the college catering service.

Working within the college’s ‘Campus Café’, you will be required to prepare hot and cold food, and to consider special dietary requirements, undertake counter, shop and till duties and organise trays for buffets. You will also assist with cleaning and washing up, whilst adhering to food safety regulations.

You will be a team player with excellent communication skills, and possess a good general education. You will be required to either have an elementary food hygiene qualification and either hold or being willing to work towards SCQF Level 5 - Food Preparation and Cooking.

The shifts are sessional, as follows:

Monday to Thursday 07:00-14:00

Friday 07:00-13:30

Working for the college you will benefit from a generous leave entitlement, career average pension scheme, excellent on-site facilities such as gym and restaurant, together with transport, health, wellbeing benefits and retail discounts. The college is located within the town centre with an array of shops and restaurants all within a few minutes walking distance.

Closing date for applications is 2359hrs on 12 th May 2025.

Interviews will take place onsite at West Lothian College on 26 th May 2025.

To find out more about West Lothian College, working for us, our application process, our accreditations of being a Disability Confident Employer as well as being an SCQF Inclusive Recruiter please refer to the information tabs beside our home section on myjobscotland.

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