Cook — Chettinad Vidyashram Opening — Chettinad Vidyashram, Chennai
Chettinad VidyashramKey facts
- Role
- Cook — Chettinad Vidyashram
- School
- Chettinad Vidyashram
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.5L – ₹2.5L per year
- Experience
- 0–3 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Cook — Chettinad Vidyashram at Chettinad Vidyashram will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 40+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Chettinad Vidyashram, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Cook.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure smooth functioning of assigned facilities/equipment
- Coordinate with vendors and support staff
- Follow safety and security protocols at all times
- Report issues to the maintenance head promptly
Requirements:
- 0-3 years of relevant experience
- Relevant ITI/diploma/certification; school or institutional experience preferred
About the school: Chettinad Vidyashram is a CBSE Day School in Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Cook — Chettinad Vidyashram
Run the kitchen end-to-end — menu execution, FSSAI hygiene compliance, ingredient indenting and student-meal counts.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Where exactly is Chettinad Vidyashram located?
The school is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
How much experience do I need for this Cook — Chettinad Vidyashram role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
About Chettinad Vidyashram
Chettinad Vidyashram is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Chettinad Vidyashram is a CBSE Day School in Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai.
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