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Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where teamwork and innovation are valued? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help us serve our community with excellence.

We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
“Earn & Learn” by providing training, qualifications, and certifications.
Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organisation.
A supportive work culture that values diversity, teamwork, and work-life balance.
A chance to make a difference in your community and leave a lasting impact on future generations.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you! Join us at Scottish Borders Council and be part of a team that's shaping the future of our community.

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Job Purpose

To assist in preparation, production and service of food as required under the supervision of the cook. To assist in the promotion of the ethos of better eating better learning within the school environment.

Council Vision (About Us)

To improve the wellbeing of citizens within the Scottish Borders and making our region a more sustainable and better place to live, work in and to visit.

Responsibilities

Creating and maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for pupils.
Preparing and serving meals to pupils and staff following food safety and service standards
Promoting the ethos of Better Eating Better Learning
Working as part of a team to ensure high standards of food hygiene for pupils
Working alongside your team with no supervisory responsibility
Working with your team with no budgetary responsibility

Requirements

Have an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate or be willing to achieve it within 6 months
Have experience working in a similar role
Have experience with basic kitchen duties and awareness of how to safely use chemical agents
Be able to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in dining halls and kitchen
Have knowledge of food portion control and be able to assist with food preparation and heating
Possess customer care skills and be able to maintain confidentiality
Be flexible, able to work unsupervised and as part of a team

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Equality Opportunity

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Please note priority will be given to staff on the deployment/redeployment list who meet the essential criteria of the post.

Please note that applicants who have received early retirement/voluntary severance from Scottish Borders Council will not be considered.

Informal Enquiries

Full Name: Janette Lothian

Job Title: Catering Coordinator

Email Address: jlothian@scotborders.gov.uk

Phone number: 01835825257

Please note this vacancy has been extended until 19/04/2026.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

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