Cook 1 - DGA12122

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Dalbeattie; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a Cook 1 at Dalbeattie Learning Campus. This permanent position offers flexible working hours, training opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme and career progression.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Personal training plan

Uniform provided

Access to Vivup platform with discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Qualifications

• Experience is not necessary; full training will be provided.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness training included.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Catering Manager with general catering tasks related to school meals.
• Light food preparation and serving meals.
• Setting up and cleaning the dining area and kitchen.

Job description

Advert

Position: Cook 1 (Permanent) (15/2624)
Location: Dalbeattie Learning Campus
Salary: £12,613.67 - £13,672.08

Working hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 38 weeks per year. Working times will be discussed at interview.

Department: Facilities Services (Catering)

We are seeking a Cook 1 (General Catering Assistant) to assist the Catering Manager at Dalbeattie Learning Campus with general catering tasks related to school meals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Light food preparation
• Serving meals
• Setting up and decanting the dining room
• Setting up the service area
• Cash handling as required
• Dishwashing and general kitchen duties
• Clearing down and cleaning kitchens and staff rest areas
• Carrying out electronic paperwork

Experience is not necessary; full training, including Basic Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness, will be provided.

Benefits of the role include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• School holidays
• Career progression opportunities
• Personal training plan
• Uniform provided

If you prefer a paper application form, please call 01387 260 406 to request one.

This position is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment from Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have resided outside the UK within the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in their country of residence, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences, especially those underrepresented in our organization.

Our benefits package includes access to the Vivup platform with over 800 discounts, local business discounts, Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from Wellbeing Champions.

For further information, please contact Julie Tallons at 07768 023 288 or via email: [e-mail]