Cook in Charge - School Catering, 20h/wk, Term Time

Southlanarkshire; Biggar; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LG pension

Annual leave

Public holidays

Sick pay

Flexible working

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work

Physiotherapy

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council in Coulter, Biggar, is seeking a Cook in Charge for Coulter Primary School. The role is 20 hours per week during term time, Monday to Friday 9am - 1pm, with an hourly rate of £14.51 - £14.83.

You will supervise a team of Facilities Assistants, manage duties, order goods, carry out quality audits and ensure food safety compliance. A customer-focused, proactive approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of a team of Facility Assistants (Catering), including assisting with training; recruitment & selection; maximising attendance; team brief.
• To undertake and ensure the provision of a quality service and advising management of any stock or quality control issues.
• To undertake cash counting, balancing and recording of financial transactions. (CDCH3).
• To prepare, cook and present a varied selection of menu items.
• To manage function work as required and the transfer food items within and out with the kitchen for serving.
• To undertake practical tasks in relation to the storage, preparation, cooking and service of food including the cleaning of floors, walls, food production areas, equipment and utensils.

Job description

South Lanarkshire Council in Coulter, Biggar, is seeking a Cook in Charge for Coulter Primary School. The role is 20 hours per week during term time, Monday to Friday 9am - 1pm, with an hourly rate of £14.51 - £14.83.

You will supervise a team of Facilities Assistants, manage duties, order goods, carry out quality audits and ensure food safety compliance. A customer-focused, proactive approach is essential.