Assistant Cook - FLK14610


Company:	Falkirk Council
Salary:	£27,240 to £27,529 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Falkirk, FK2 7JS
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	30 Sept 2026

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Summary

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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: St Francis Primary School

Hours: 27.5 hours per week

Days: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 2pm

Contract: Term Time, Part Time, 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

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.

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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