Cook 1

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading council in Scotland is seeking a Cook 1 for Sandhead Primary School to assist with general catering tasks. The role requires 12.5 hours of work per week, with training provided, and is ideal for those looking to enter the catering field. Benefits include school holidays, a personal training plan, and membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Benefits

School Holidays

Personal Training Plan

Uniform Provided

Access to discounts via the Vivup platform

Membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland)

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Guidance from Wellbeing Champions

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; full training provided.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness training included.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Catering Manager in a rural school kitchen.
• Perform light food preparation, serving meals, and cleaning duties.
• Handle cash as required and complete electronic paperwork.

Job description

Location: Sandhead Primary School, Sandhead, DG9 9JD

Salary: £7,007.60 - £7,040.05 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 12.5 hours per week

Advert

Cook 1 (18/187)

Sandhead Primary School

You will be required to work 12.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Monday – Friday. Working times to be discussed at interview.

Facilities Services (Catering) are seeking a Cook 1 (General Catering Assistant) to assist the Catering Manager in a rural school kitchen at Sandhead Primary School. The role involves general catering tasks associated with delivering school meals, including:

1. Light food preparation
2. Serving meals
3. Setting up and decanting the dining room
4. Setting up the service area
5. Cash handling as required
6. Dishwashing and general kitchen duties
7. Clearing down and cleaning kitchens and staff rest areas
8. Carrying out electronic paperwork

No prior experience is necessary, as full training will be provided, including Basic Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness training.

This position is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check before employment is confirmed.

Applicants previously resident outside the UK within the last 5 years will be required to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in their country of residence, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check.

Benefits of the Role:

• School Holidays
• Personal Training Plan
• Uniform Provided
• Access to discounts via the Vivup platform
• Membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland)
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Financial support from My Money Matters
• Guidance from Wellbeing Champions

Equality and Diversity

At Dumfries and Galloway Council, we are committed to equality, diversity, and equal opportunity. We value dignity, fairness, and respect, and welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

*For a paper application form, call 01387 260 406.