Catering Operative - Westruther Primary School

Job Details

Grade: 2D

Hourly Rate: £12.60

Salary: £8293.32 per annum

Contract Duration: Permanent

Please note the closing date has been extended until the 17 July 2025

Role Purpose

Responsible for working to a given menu and within the nutritional guidelines. Work within targets/guidelines as agreed with the Area Catering Manager (food and labour costs). Adhere to kitchen hygiene and cleaning schedules. Adhere to portion control as per client specification. Any other duties as specified by the Area Contract Officer. Communicate effectively to promote the service and maintain all elements of the role to the desired levels. Promote a customer focused attitude and promote healthy eating at all times. Contribute to the implementation of recommendations in the interests of best value and best practice. To comply at all times with internal & external policies, regulations, and legislative requirements.

Essential

City and Guilds 706/1 or SVQ Food Preparation and Cooking Level 1/2 Or Demonstrate significant experience in a Food Preparation and Cooking role and must be willing to achieve an SVQ Food Preparation and Cooking Level 2 within two years of joining the Council. Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate Good level of General Education

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to S Serjent at sserjent@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular fromcandidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.