Head Cook — School Meals Leader & Kitchen Innovator

Shetland Islands Council; Brae; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Interview expenses paid

Flexible working

PVG scheme support

Job summary

Shetland Islands Council operates Brae High School's kitchen, seeking a Head Cook to manage the full kitchen function and school meals provision.

The role involves menu planning to meet nutritional standards, food preparation, budgeting, stock control and staff supervision, with emphasis on hygiene and safety. Part-time hours apply with pro-rata holidays and potential flexible working discussions.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale cooking and school meals.
• Ability to plan menus in line with nutritional standards.
• Duties include budgeting, portion control and stock management.
• PVG scheme clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full range of meals and kitchen operations.
• Plan menus meeting Nutritional Standards.
• Prepare meals and dietary options, including meals on wheels.
• Manage budgets, purchasing and stock control.
• Supervise staff and rota planning.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene compliance.

Skills

Cooking

Menu planning

Food safety

Budget control

Stock control

Team leadership

Health & safety

Job description

Shetland Islands Council operates Brae High School's kitchen, seeking a Head Cook to manage the full kitchen function and school meals provision.

The role involves menu planning to meet nutritional standards, food preparation, budgeting, stock control and staff supervision, with emphasis on hygiene and safety. Part-time hours apply with pro-rata holidays and potential flexible working discussions.