Term-Time School Assistant Cook (Level II Hygiene)

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking an Assistant Cook for Pen Y Dre High School to manage kitchen operations, including meal preparation and staff supervision. The ideal candidate must hold a valid Level II hygiene certificate and be subject to an enhanced DBS check. A desire to speak Welsh is preferred. This role offers 25 hours of work per week, term time only, with a salary of £15,356 per annum, pro rata. Applications are due by 5th January 2026.

Qualifications

• A valid Level II hygiene certificate is essential.
• Subject to an enhanced DBS check.
• Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.
• Completion of a 10 hour online Work Welsh Course (parts 1 and 2) prior to starting work with the Authority.

Responsibilities

• Ordering, preparation, cooking and service of meals complying with all legislative requirements and good practice.
• Ensure standards set out in the Catering Contract are met.
• Organisation, supervision and training of catering staff to provide a quality service to customers in a safe working environment.
• Comply with all administrative and financial procedures set out in the Contract specification.

Skills

Ability to speak Welsh

Education

Valid Level II hygiene certificate

Job description

A local council in the UK is seeking an Assistant Cook for Pen Y Dre High School to manage kitchen operations, including meal preparation and staff supervision. The ideal candidate must hold a valid Level II hygiene certificate and be subject to an enhanced DBS check. A desire to speak Welsh is preferred. This role offers 25 hours of work per week, term time only, with a salary of £15,356 per annum, pro rata. Applications are due by 5th January 2026.