Cook 1 (20 hpw) (Fixed Term until 02 July 2026), Dingwall Academy

Highland Council; Cromarty; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Council is seeking a Cook 1 for Dingwall Academy. This fixed-term role involves supporting daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and serving while adhering to stringent health and nutrition guidelines. A commitment to equality and diversity is essential, with a focus on inclusivity in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and kitchen operations is essential.
• Knowledge of health and nutrition standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day kitchen operations including food preparation.
• Serve all foods in compliance with health promotion acts.
• Maintain cleanliness and equipment in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Preparation

Compliance with Health Standards

Cleaning and Maintenance

Job description

Post Title: Cook 1
Location: Dingwall Academy
Hours: 20 Hours Per Week
Duration: Fixed Term until 2 July 2026
Salary: £11,332 - £11,456 per annum

Salary placing will normally be at the first point of the scale.

Contact Details: Katy Richardson Email: katy.richardson @highland.gov.uk

Job Purpose: Assisting in the day-to-day operational requirements of the kitchen or dining centre, including the basic food preparation, serving of all foods in compliance with the School Health Promotion and Nutrition (Scotland) Act 2007.

Cleaning, maintenance and checking of equipment. The collection, reconciliation, and banking of Highland Council monies .

Please APPLY ONLINE.

If you are unable to apply online and you wish to request an offline application pack, please contact HR Transactions email: [e-mail] quoting the post reference number above.

The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity and being fair and inclusive. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce.

As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the post.

Prior to confirming appointment, we will require successful candidates to become members of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Short listed applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.