D.A.V Alok Public School is hiring a Cook — D.A.V Alok Public School in Kolkata
D.A.V Alok Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Cook — D.A.V Alok Public School
- School
- D.A.V Alok Public School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹4.6L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Cook — D.A.V Alok Public School at D.A.V Alok Public School, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. The school has been running for 26+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
D.A.V Alok Public School, a CBSE school in Kolkata, 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: D.A.V Alok Public School is a CBSE Day School in Maheshtala, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Cook — D.A.V Alok Public School
Run the kitchen end-to-end — menu execution, FSSAI hygiene compliance, ingredient indenting and student-meal counts.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
About D.A.V Alok Public School
D.A.V Alok Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2000, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
D.A.V Alok Public School is a CBSE Day School in Maheshtala, Kolkata.
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