Cook 4 - DGA11968

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Gretna; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local government organization is seeking a dedicated Cook to lead a busy school kitchen. This role involves managing meal preparation for children and young people, ensuring high standards of food safety and allergen management. You will play a crucial part in the daily operations, from budgeting to problem resolution, all while fostering a positive dining experience. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about food and community service.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

School Holidays

Career Progression Opportunities

Personal Training Plan

Uniform Provided

Employee Discounts

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Financial Support

Wellbeing Guidance

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management or supervisory roles.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and provide meals to students.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Handle budget and customer complaints effectively.

Skills

Catering Management

Cooking Skills

Budget Management

Allergen Awareness

Problem Management

Job description

Advert

Cook 4 (15/3650)

Location: Gretna Primary School

Salary: £17,528.01 - £18,610.49

Hours: 28 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 1:51pm

Role Overview

This position involves taking charge of a large school kitchen, with guidance and support from your line manager. You must have Catering Manager or supervisory experience, along with cooking skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

1. Providing early years and school meals to children and young people
2. Managing the kitchen budget
3. Ensuring compliance with H.A.S.A.W. and Cooksafe standards
4. Allergen awareness and management
5. Organising the daily operations of the kitchen
6. Working under pressure and meeting deadlines
7. Problem management and customer complaint resolution
8. Following council processes and procedures
9. Cash handling and technology use
10. Maintaining customer awareness and understanding current food trends

Benefits

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

Additional Information

This role is considered regulated work with vulnerable children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join or update the PVG Scheme prior to employment.

Applicants with residence outside the UK in the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities.

Employee Benefits

Employees can access discounts via the Vivup platform, local business discounts, Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support, and wellbeing guidance.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Application Process

If you prefer a paper application form, call 01387 260 406.

Contact Information

Name: Caron Hathaway

Contact Number: 07768 021 621

Email: [e-mail]