Job Description
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Cook
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Kirkjuvagr House
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22.2 hours
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Permanent
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£33,534 - £33,789 pro rata
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£17.38 - £17.51 per hour
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The above amounts include shift and Distant Islands Allowance
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You will be reporting to the Registered Manager.
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Your working pattern is shift working over seven days. We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.
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The purpose of this role is to undertake Cook duties at Kirkjuvagr House, a residential establishment in Kirkwall providing continuous care to the frail, elderly and those with dementia. You will assist in preparing a choice of nutritional meals to a consistently high standard whilst ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene.
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The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.
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This post involves a contractual requirement to:
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• work unsocial hours on a rota, click here for Unsocial Hours Information.
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This post is a regulated role with adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
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Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 1 November 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 2 November 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 9 November 2026.
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For a discussion about the role, contact Kirstie Moar, registered manager at kirstie.moar@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 700 333.
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For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants.
\n We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.
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Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
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Cook, Kirkjuvagr House - ORK10798 in Kirkwall employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and community engagement. As a Community Payback Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives while benefiting from professional growth and development in a collaborative environment. Located in Kirkwall, you will enjoy the unique advantages of working in a picturesque setting, with access to various community resources and partnerships that enhance your role.
