At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare delicious meals and provide excellent customer service in schools.
- Company: Join a diverse team dedicated to quality catering services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on students' lives through nutritious meals.
- Qualifications: Experience in cooking and a passion for teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 26205 - 26525 £ per year.
Salary: £26,205 - £26,525 (pro‑rate for part‑time)
Hours: 30 per week
Responsibilities
- Our School cooks play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services within schools.
- Working as part of a team to deliver a range of meals and great customer care.
Qualifications & Checks
- This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
- The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
- If an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required; the candidate must provide this check.
- An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre‑employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neuro‑divergent people, care‑experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently under‑represented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Behaviour Assessment
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, you will be assessed on how you integrate Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your working style.
Salary & Benefits
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.
Flexible Working
Happy to discuss flexible working.
Further Information
Find out more about our commitment to equalities: Inclusive Edinburgh
Find out more on Our Behaviours web page: Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council
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Contact Details:
The City of Edinburgh Council Recruitment Team
