Cook x 2

Matchstick Dev; Livingston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local catering service provider in Scotland is looking for two Cooks to provide catering services at various educational and care facilities. Responsibilities include organizing and administering the catering service, participating in food preparation, and managing stock levels. This role requires candidates to join the PVG Scheme due to the work with vulnerable groups. The positions offer flexible hours at different locations, focusing on a diverse workforce and welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and catering services is essential.
• Ability to manage staff and maintain stock levels.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organise and administer catering services across various locations.
• Participate directly in food preparation and cooking.
• Oversee production, ordering provisions, and stock maintenance.

Job description

Cook x 2, Various Locations, Fixed Term until 30 June 2026

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under‑represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio‑economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

To organise, administer and directly participate in the provision of the catering service throughout the authority in schools, adult day care and housing with care units. This will encompass staff management, direct control over production, ordering of provisions and maintenance of stock levels.

• Cook Sinclair Academy – 1 post, 20 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Mon‑Thu 08:00‑13:00
• Cook Armadale Academy – 1 post, 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Mon‑Thu 08:00‑14:30; Fri 08:00‑12:00

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment by West Lothian Council.