Job Title: Cook, 494.86
Company Name: West Lothian Council
Location: Broxburn Academy
Hours / Days Of Work: 20 hours per week
Job Type: Part-Time
Salary: £24,889 - £25,302 per year pro rata
Job Description:
Purpose of the job
Responsible for assisting the Cook Supervisor inn providing an efficient and effective on-site
catering service. Duties will include the preparation of food, baking, serving of food, counter
set up, keeping to hygiene standards, compliance with Food Safety and Health and Safety
Legislation
Job Scope
Working in FM Servies providing a catering Service throughout the West Lothian area in the
likes of schools, adult day care and housing with care units.
Principal Accountabilities/Key Tasks
Assist in co-ordinating tasks such as food preparation, serving and clearing of food, set up
and clearing of dining areas.
Ensure meals and prepare for being transported where required.
Ensure meals are prepared safely and accommodate diners’ dietary needs.
Cooking of meals and takeaway foods / baking / desserts.
Use of electrical equipment in line with health and safety and working practices.
Check Deliveries.
Manage Stock and requirements.
Understanding and awareness of allergen
Experience And Qualifications:
Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge
Previous Catering experiences is preferred but not essential
Job Title Cook
Reports to: Cook Supervisor / Catering Lead
Location: Various building locations in West Lothian
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REHIS Elementary certificate required (This is not required prior to employment as training
will be given upon commencing post)
Other Essential Information
(e.g. PVG Disclosure Scotland check required, or Registration with Scottish Social Services Council
(SSSC) required).
• Willingness to work a flexible work pattern including evenings and weekends
• PVG certificate required: (WLC will require a PVG check during the Recruitment
process, this is provided by West Lothian Council once the applicant has begin the
Recruitment process)
Application Process:
Apply via My Job Scotland using the link provided
Closing Date: 12/08/2025
Apply at: https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/west-lothian-council/jobs/cook-broxburn-academy-49486-434046
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