Relief Cook- Mainland Orkney and Outer Isles Schools

Orkney Islands Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Relief Cook to provide meals on an as-needed basis across various schools in Orkney. This role involves preparing, cooking, and serving food, while also supervising staff and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will hold relevant food hygiene and preparation qualifications and be able to travel efficiently between locations. Join a supportive team and make a difference in the community by delivering quality meals to students. This position offers flexible hours and a competitive pay rate, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Qualifications

• Hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification or equivalent.
• Food preparation qualification - NVQ level 2, C+G 706/1 + 706/2.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Supervise staff and manage menu planning and ordering provisions.

Skills

Food Preparation

Menu Planning

Supervision

Cash Handling

Education

Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Relief Cook - Mainland Orkney and Outer Isles Schools

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£14.94 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

Applications are invited from enthusiastic individuals who can help to provide the meals service on a relief basis to cover for holiday and sickness absence.

Duties include:

1. Preparation, cooking, and service of food
2. Supervision of staff
3. Menu planning
4. Ordering of provisions
5. Ensuring all aspects of service provision comply with food safety regulations
6. Completion of associated records
7. Cash handling
8. Liaising with school staff, parents, and pupils

Minimum Requirements:

You must hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification or equivalent and a food preparation qualification - NVQ level 2, C+G 706/1 + 706/2.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

For an informal discussion about the above post, please contact Scott Pring, Catering Manager via [e-mail] or [phone].

The recruitment for this post is ongoing.

Please note interview expenses are not payable for this post.