The City of Edinburgh Council are recruiting a Cook position at Wester Hailes High School.
The post is permanent, working part-time 28 hours per week with a salary of £24,041 – £24,796 per year (pro rata for part time).
From the job advertisement
Purpose of Job
Our catering assistants play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services to schools and commercial buildings. Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals, basic food preparation and great customer care.
Job Activities
To undertake individually or as part of a team, activities in a kitchen or dining centre connected to the provision and transportation of the catering service.
- Basic preparation and cooking of food and beverages in accordance with a service specification.
- Customer service – Interaction with both pupils and school staff.
- Setting up the dining room and service area.
- Serving meals and having an awareness of portion control and special diets.
- Cleaning of kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Cash handling and the use of tills where appropriate.
- Use of catering equipment (training will be provided)
- Compliance with the legal and council regulations, policies, procedures and compliance to the school food regulations 2021.
- Any other duties as required by the needs of the business.
You can read the full job advertisement and apply for the post online here. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 25 February 2026.
