At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare, cook, and serve delicious meals in a school kitchen.
- Company: Cunningsburgh School, part of the Shetland Islands Council.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid holidays, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Part-time role during term time with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Join a fun team and make a difference in students' lives through food.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications needed, just a passion for cooking and teamwork.
The Kitchen Assistant will undertake, normally under the general direction of a higher graded operative in a kitchen, the preparation, simple cooking, and serving of food.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
The grade of this post is C. Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.5523 per hour.
This is a permanent, term-time, part-time post for 20 hours per week, 39 weeks per year plus 6.24 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
A relocation package does not apply to this post. We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland.
During the application process, you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.
This post is based at Cunningsburgh School, Cunningsburgh, Shetland.
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Marlene Hunter - Catering Supervisor 01595 744128 or email marlene.hunter@shetland.gov.uk.
If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.
Kitchen Assistant - Cunningsburgh School - SIC08797 employer: Shetland Islands Council
Cunningsburgh School offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful employment in the community. With a focus on employee well-being, the role of Kitchen Assistant provides opportunities for personal growth and development while enjoying a flexible part-time schedule during term time. The school values its staff and fosters a culture of teamwork and collaboration, ensuring that every team member feels valued and integral to the success of the kitchen operations.
