Pertemps are currently recruiting for reliable and experienced Cooks to support school kitchens and care home catering teams, preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for children, young people and adults in care. You’ll be working in fast-paced environments where food safety, consistency and care are essential, contributing to services that make a real difference every day.
Role: Cook – Schools & Care Homes Location: Edinburgh (Various locations) Hours: Hours vary depending on location and service Pay Rate: £13.79 per hour Duration: Temporary ongoing Start Date: Immediate (subject to PVG clearance)
This role requires PVG membership for both children and adults.
£59 for a new application £18 to update an existing certificate What You’ll Be Doing
Preparing and cooking meals in line with set menus, dietary requirements and nutritional guidelines Producing meals suitable for both school and care home settings Completing food safety documentation including CookSafe, allergen controls and temperature checks Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and health & safety Receiving, checking and safely storing deliveries with correct stock rotation Supporting meal service, presentation and counter set-up Assisting with ordering food and kitchen supplies where required Carrying out cleaning duties, audits and compliance checks Undertaking manual handling tasks and working on your feet for extended periods What We’re Looking For
Previous experience as a Cook in a school, care home, healthcare or similar catering environment Knowledge of food safety, allergen awareness and kitchen health & safety procedures Ability to follow set menus, recipes and service specifications A flexible and dependable approach, able to adapt to different locations Strong communication skills and a professional attitude A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality meals in care-focused environments If you’re an experienced Cook looking for flexible work in meaningful settings, apply directly via this advert today