Chef For Schools

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a School Cook based in Edinburgh to support a busy primary or high school kitchen.

📣 Role: School Cook
📍 Location: Edinburgh (Various Locations)
🕒 Hours: Monday to Thursday (hours differ depend on location, but typically 24 hours per week)
💷 Pay Rate: £13.95 per hour
📅 Duration: Temporary Ongoing (Term Time Only)
🔑 Start date: Immediate (after PVG certification received)

This role requires a PVG Certificate (£59 for a new application or £18 to update an existing certificate).

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook nutritious school meals
Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety
Complete food safety records and kitchen compliance checks
Receive and store deliveries, manage stock rotation, and assist with ordering
Serve meals and support school events when required
Carry out general kitchen duties, including cleaning and manual handlingWe're looking for someone who:

Has previous cooking experience, ideally within a school or similar catering environment
Holds a relevant catering qualification or has equivalent experience
Has a good understanding of food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety
Can work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environmentApply today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed