Cook 4 - DGA11968. Job in Gretna Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a vibrant school kitchen environment, where you will take charge of meal preparation for children and young people. This role not only involves cooking but also managing budgets, ensuring health and safety standards, and leading a team under pressure. You will play a crucial role in shaping young minds through nutritious meals while enjoying the benefits of local government employment, including a pension scheme and career progression opportunities. Join a forward-thinking council dedicated to equality and diversity, and make a positive impact in your community.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

School Holidays

Career Progression

Personal Training Plan

Uniform Provided

Access to Vivup Discounts

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Financial Support

Wellbeing Guidance

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management or supervisory roles.
• Strong cooking skills with the ability to manage a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the school kitchen.
• Manage the kitchen budget and ensure compliance with health standards.

Skills

Catering Management

Cooking Skills

Budget Management

Allergen Awareness

Customer Awareness

Problem Management

Technology Usage

Job description

Advert

Cook 4 (15/3650)

Gretna Primary School

£17,528.01 - £18,610.49

You will be required to work 28 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

Monday to Friday 8:15am - 1:51pm

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

You must have Catering Manager or supervisory experience, as well as cooking skills and experience.

Part of your duties will include:

1. Providing Early Years and School Meals to children and young people
2. Managing the kitchen budget
3. Responsible for H.A.S.A.W. and Cooksafe
4. Allergen Awareness
5. Organising the day-to-day running of the kitchen
6. Working under pressure and meeting deadlines
7. Approaching problem management with ease
8. Dealing with complaints
9. Following Council processes and procedures
10. Cash handling
11. Using technology
12. Customer awareness
13. Staying informed about current food trends and customer preferences

Benefits of the role:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• School Holidays
• Career Progression
• Personal Training Plan
• Uniform Provided

This post is considered regulated work with vulnerable children 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 before a formal offer of employment is made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident 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.

Working for Dumfries and Galloway Council offers an exciting benefits package, including access to the Vivup platform with over 800 discounts, local business discounts, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from Wellbeing Champions.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those with different perspectives and experiences.

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

For further information, contact:

Name: Caron Hathaway

Contact Number: 07768 021 621

Email: Caron.Hathaway@