COOK - ASSISTANT

Straits International School; Erode; On-site; INR 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Straits International School is seeking a cook to prepare and cook meals according to menus that meet dietary requirements. The role emphasizes maintaining high hygiene standards and orderly kitchen operations within an educational setting.

The successful candidate will manage inventory, keep accurate records of food supplies and equipment, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Prior experience in schools or institutions is preferred, with a food safety certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a cook in an educational or institutional setting.
• Food safety certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Manage kitchen inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Maintain records of food supplies and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Strong cooking

Nutrition knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Manage kitchen inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Maintain records of food supplies and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

• Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a cook in an educational or institutional setting.
• Food safety certification is a plus.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students

Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect

We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively.

We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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