At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve delicious meals while ensuring food safety and nutritional guidelines.
- Company: Join North Ayrshire Council, a supportive and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, career development, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Great opportunities for growth in a dynamic catering environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values focus, passion, and inspiration in the kitchen.
- Qualifications: Cooking and baking skills, leadership abilities, and the ability to work under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
This is a re-advertisement of NAY17461, previous applicants need not re-apply as they won't be considered.
We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.
We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Reporting to the Catering Supervisor you will assist in the provision of a quality catering service by preparing and serving meals. As a cook, you must have the ability to cook and bake, show leadership skills, work under pressure and operate within food safety and nutritional guidelines.
Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit the needs of the service would be desirable.
This post is 52.2 weeks. Start date is subject to PVG and Occupational Health Checks. This post is 7 days over 14 and shift pattern will be discussed at interview.
North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.
For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant PVG check (£59 or £18), which will be deducted from your salary following commencement of employment.
As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles: In Building – More than 90% of time spent primarily at a single base or location. This post has been allocated the workstyle: In Building.
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Cook - NAY17518 in Kilbirnie employer: North Ayrshire Council
As a Facilities Assistant in our catering team, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. We offer flexible working arrangements, comprehensive training, and opportunities for advancement within the local authority, ensuring that your contributions are valued and recognised. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a collaborative culture that celebrates diversity and encourages innovation.
