Cook in Charge - West Linton Primary School

Job Details

Grade: 5D

Hours: 31.5

Hourly Rates: £14.87 - £16.04

Salary: £20,558.59 - £22,681.16 per annum

Contract Duration: Permanent

 

Role Purpose

Manage the day to day operation of the Unit, responsible for the ordering, storage, preparation, cooking and serving of all foods plus cleaning materials for the Unit. Responsible for working to a given menu and within the appropriate costs set. Work within targets/guidelines as agreed with the Area Catering Manager (food and labour costs). Completion of all Cook Safe documentation for the purpose of food hygiene. Participate in the promotion and implementation Scottish Government Better Eating Better Learning (BEBL).Coordinate with teaching staff the communication of the whole School Approach to Food in Schools. Responsible for welfare and work practices of all staff. Induction and basic training of staff. Liaise with Stakeholders and customers when required to ensure customer satisfaction. Responsible for the day to day administration. Responsible for the training and implementation of kitchen hygiene and cleaning schedules. Responsible for portion control as per client specification. To undertake catering function work, occasionally out with the normal working day. Any other duties as specified by the Area Catering Manager.

 

Essential

SVQ 2 Food Prep and Cooking, City and Guilds 706/2

Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate

Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate, or must be willing to achieve within 6 months

Allergen Awareness Training or must be willing to achieve within 6 months

 

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Janette Lothian by telephone on 01835825257 or by email at jlothian@scotborders.gov.uk.

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