Cook 4

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Kirkcudbright; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to manage a large school kitchen. This part-time role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and providing nutritious meals to children. With a focus on teamwork and problem-solving, you will play a vital role in maintaining high culinary standards while managing budgets and staff. Enjoy a rewarding career with excellent benefits, including school holidays and personal training plans, all while contributing to the well-being of the community.

Benefits

School Holidays

Personal Training Plan

Uniform Provided

Discounts on Everyday Essentials

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Financial Support from My Money Matters

Guidance from Wellbeing Champions

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management or supervisory roles.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the school kitchen.
• Provide meals to nursery settings and manage kitchen budgets.

Skills

Catering Management

Cooking Skills

Problem Management

Budget Management

Compliance Knowledge (H.A.S.A.W., H.A.C.C.P.)

Tools

Kitchen Technology

Job description

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Ref no: DGA11976

Published: 02/05/2025

Closes: 18/05/2025

Location: Kirkcudbright AcademySt Marys Wynd, DG6 4JN

Salary: £18,780.01 - £19,939.81 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 30 hours per week

Advert

Cook 4 (15/2565)

You will be required to work 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Monday to Friday 8:30am – 2:30pm

This position is to take charge of a large school kitchen. You will be given direction / support from your line manager.

You must have Catering Manager or supervisory experience as well as cooking skills / experience

Part of your duties within this role will include the following: -

Providing meals to Nursery settings and school meals to children and young people

Managing the staffing complement at both Kirkcudbright Academy and Primary schools

Organising the day-to-day running of both kitchens

Use of technology

Managing the kitchen budget / food waste

Responsible for legislation and compliance in relation to H.A.S.A.W. and H.A.C.C.P.

Work under pressure and meet deadlines

Be able to approach problem management with ease

Deal with any complaints

Follow Council processes and procedures

Be aware of the current food trends and customer awareness

Also be aware of the current food trends and customer awareness

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

Benefits of the Role:

School Holidays

Personal Training Plan

Uniform Provided

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

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