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Job Title: Cook 1 - Wester Hailes High School (Edinburgh City Council)
Company Name: Edinburgh City Council
Location: Wester Hailes High School, 5 Murrayburn Drive, Edinburgh, EH14 2SU
Hours / Days Of Work: 11 hours per week, Weekends 11am-4.30pm Saturday and Sunday
Job Type: Part-Time
Salary: £25,661 - £25,924 (pro-rata for part-time)
Job Description:
Basic preparation and cooking of food and beverages in accordance with a service specification. Customer service - Interaction with both pupils and school staff. Setting up the dining room and service area. Serving meals and having an awareness of portion control and special diets. Cleaning of kitchen, dining and service areas. Cash handling and the use of tills where appropriate. Use of catering equipment (training will be provided) Compliance with the legal and council regulations, policies, procedures and compliance to the school food regulations 2021. Any other duties as required by the needs of the business
Experience and Qualifications:
Excellent customer service skills - The post will involve liaison with council/other staff and incidental contact with the public. A high degree of customer care and behavioural standards are required. • Basic knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety. • Ability to work on your own or as part of a team. • Good communication skills and a ‘can do’ attitude. • Well-presented and good appearance • Flexible, adaptable and the ability to work under pressure or to tight timescales. • Demonstrate a curiosity to grow knowledge and professional development. • Demonstrate ability to self-motivate and manage own time. • As part of the post, the post holder will have to undertake an allergen awareness qualification as well as obtaining a basic food hygiene certificate.
Application Process:
Apply via myjobscotland using the link provided
Closing Date: 29/07/2026
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