Assistant Cook - FLK13224

Posting date:	01 September 2025
Salary:	£26,314.00 to £26,603.00 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	15 September 2025
Location:	Larbert, FK5 3BL
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Falkirk Council
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	FLK13224

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:

• Braes High School 7.30am to 2pm (30-minute unpaid break)
• Graeme High School 7.30am to 2pm (30-minute unpaid break)
• Larbert High School 7.30am to 2pm (30-minute unpaid break)
• Boness Academy 7.30am to 2pm (30-minute unpaid break)

Hours: 30 hours per week, term time only Days: Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent 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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