Itinerant Kitchen Assistant, Lewis and Harris Schools (3986) - CNS06598

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar in Lewis and Harris is seeking an itinerant kitchen assistant for Lewis and Harris schools, initially Stornoway Primary. You will perform general kitchen duties, prepare and serve meals, snacks and beverages, handle cash, and ensure food hygiene and safety compliance in line with policy.

Previous experience is essential; a Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar kitchen role is essential.
• A Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general kitchen duties in school kitchens and dining areas.
• Prepare food, cook simply, and serve meals, snacks and beverages.
• Handle cash, operate cash register and complete related forms.
• Ensure food handling operations comply with Food Hygiene and Health and Safety legislation and council policy.

Skills

Driving Licence

Willing to travel

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Itinerant Kitchen Assistant, Lewis and Harris Schools (3986) - CNS06598

£13,477 - £13,609 per annum, inclusive of £1,364 Distant Islands Allowance per annum

The post holder will be required to carry out general kitchen duties in school kitchen and dining areas. The initial deployment for this post will be in Stornoway Primary School. Duties will include: preparing food, including simple cooking and serving of meals, snacks and beverages; handling of cash, operating cash register and completing relevant forms; ensuring all food handling operations are in compliance with current Food Hygiene and Health and Safety legislation, and with the Comhairle’s Food Safety Policy.

Previous experience in a similar post is essential and a current Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable.

A full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is essential as the ability to travel between locations is required.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme as a legal requirement of a regulated role with Children (

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Please note that the Comhairle operates security measures to protect its information and systems. Employees are required to comply with information security policies and may be required to use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) or other approved authentication methods when accessing Comhairle systems.

Closing Date: Monday 9 November 2026

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.

Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.