Cook in Charge - Plascrug Primary School


Company:	Ceredigion County Council
Salary:	£27,274 to £28,608 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Plascrug Primary School, SA46 0PA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	11 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are looking to recruit a Cook in Charge to join our Catering team at Plascrug Primary School, Aberystwyth on a permanent basis.

You will be expected to manage the school kitchen on a day-to day basis according to the standards laid down by Ceredigion County Council.

The role includes:

- Preparation and service of school dinners for pupils at the school.

- Preparation of special diets for pupils as required.

- Ensuring observance of Food Safety and Environmental Health standards.

- Ensuring EEC standards on Manual Handling.

- General Health and Safety of kitchen including hazardous equipment and premises.

We are looking to recruit an individual with:

- Experience/knowledge of working within a catering environment.

- Adaptability.

In exchange for your skills and commitment, we will offer you a range of employee benefits including competitive annual leave allowance and a generous pension contribution scheme. More information about our wide range of employee benefits can be found here [https://careers.ceredigion.gov.uk/lifeceredigion/what-we-offer/]. In addition, we are committed to developing our people and will not only provide support to enable you to quickly and confidently take ownership of this role’s key areas of responsibility but in addition, we are committed to supporting your development in order that you can progress your career with us.

Job Description and Person Specification [https://hreforms.ceredigion.gov.uk/ufs/jdps/REQ106952.pdf]

Team Ceredigion Information Pack [https://pack.careers.ceredigion.gov.uk/]

Should you require any further information about this role please contact: Mandy Jones 07789985538 or Rhian Evans 07794627915.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

For more details regarding this vacancy, please refer to the full job description on the Ceredigion County Council careers website.

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