Assistant Cook - FLK13223
| Posting date: | 01 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £26,314.00 to £26,603.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 September 2025 |
| Location: | Carron, FK2 8EJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Falkirk Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | FLK13223 |
Summary
Job Advert
Join Our Facilities Team – Assistant Cook
Are you enthusiastic about food, teamwork, and helping young people thrive? We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Assistant Cook to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting the delivery of high-quality school meals across Falkirk Council.
In this key role, you’ll assist the Cook in Charge with food preparation, service, and kitchen operations – helping provide safe, nutritious, and appealing meals that support pupils’ health and wellbeing.
What You’ll Do:
- Support the daily preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals
- Assist with stock control, deliveries, and kitchen cleanliness
- Comply with food safety, health and safety, and hygiene regulations
- Contribute to maintaining a clean, efficient and well-organised kitchen environment
- Provide excellent customer service to pupils and staff
What We’re Looking For:
- A positive, flexible attitude and strong team ethic
- Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene is desirable
- Experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential – full training provided
- Confidence in using kitchen equipment and following food safety procedures
- Ability to work under pressure and manage tasks in a busy school environment
The Role:
- Location: Carron Primary School
- Hours: 27.5 hours per week, term time only
- Days: Monday to Friday 7.30am to 1.30pm (unpaid 30 minute break)
- Contract: Temporary until 31/12/2025
- Reporting to: Cook in Charge
Why Work with Us?
- Be part of a professional, well-supported team
- Help make a real difference in children’s lives
- Receive training and development opportunities
- Contribute to a valued public service
Successful candidates must gain and maintain PVG scheme membership.
If you’re passionate about food, service, and community, we encourage you to apply and take pride in a role that matters every day.
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