Relief Cook- Mainland Orkney and Outer Isles Schools - ORK09208

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 essential meal services across Mainland Orkney and Outer Isles Schools. This role involves preparing, cooking, and serving food, as well as supervising staff and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant food hygiene and preparation qualifications, and must be able to travel effectively between locations. This position offers flexible hours on an as-needed basis, making it perfect for those looking to contribute positively to the community while enjoying a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification and NVQ level 2 in food preparation.
• Ability to travel efficiently between work locations within Orkney.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food while ensuring compliance with food safety.
• Supervise staff and plan menus for the service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Menu Planning

Supervision

Food Safety Compliance

Cash Handling

Education

Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification

Food Preparation Qualification (NVQ Level 2)

Job description

Advert

EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING

Corporate Catering

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
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 on-going

Please note interview expenses are not payable for this post.