COOK IN CHARGE - BLAENAU SCHOOL

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About the vacancy
Vacancy ID:
2001
Organisation:
Carmarthenshire County Council
Number of vacancies:
1
Contract type:
Permanent Term Time Only
Location:
Ammanford
Grade:
Grade E +4%
Salary:
£26,607 - £29,769
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata’d accordingly
Hourly Rate :
£13.79 - £15.43
Contract Hours
25
Come and join our team
If you are passionate about cooking and have a good work ethic, we would love to hear from you because our busy team requires a Cook in Charge.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of food preparation and service, ensure that cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained and provide excellent customer service to our pupils and staff.
This post is for 25 hours per week / 5 hours per day. Hourly rate is £13.79-£15.43.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, term time only (38 weeks), ideal to fit around family commitments and other roles we offer. We offer an ‘annualised’ pay scheme so that our staff who work term time receive pay over 52 weeks. If you are hoping to start a career in catering or even looking to change your career this role could help start you on that path.

The Candidate – We need a motivated and dedicated person who has: -

• The ability to run an efficient kitchen to include the preparation and serving of nutritious and appetising meals.
• Experience in maintaining hygiene standards in kitchens.
• The ability to provide varied meals for a range of special diets.
• The ability to build good relationships with adults and children based on mutual respect.
• Good communication skills and the ability to lead a team.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to complete all required paperwork when running an efficient kitchen to include the ordering and management of stock.

You will need:

• A positive attitude and the willingness to learn new skills.
• A food hygiene certificate and previous experience in a catering or hospitality role. This would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Flexibility and the willingness to assist with other duties.

For an informal discussion please contact: Bethan Williams - 07812 483745-BMWilliams@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Job Description:
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DBS level:
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk
Welsh language level - verbal
Level 1 - You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level..
Closing Date:
28/07/2025, 23:55

Please refer the Job description for details