Kolkata: Cook — Eastern Academy School Job at Eastern Academy School
Eastern Academy SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Cook — Eastern Academy School
- School
- Eastern Academy School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.5L – ₹2.5L per year
- Experience
- 0–3 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Eastern Academy School, a ICSE 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: Established in 2003, Eastern Academy School in Barasat, Kolkata, is a renowned ICSE-affiliated institution. It offers education from pre-nursery to class 10 with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Known for its academic excellence and holistic development approach, the school provides a nurturing environment with experienced faculty and modern facilities.
All children are born with a good and innocent mind. It is the duty of parents and school to develop the huge hidden potential of a child. It has to be handled carefully. After gaining a lot of experience and preparation "EASTERN ACADEMY" School is now being started.
Common questions about this role
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's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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.
About Eastern Academy School
Established in 2003, Eastern Academy School in Barasat, Kolkata, is a renowned ICSE-affiliated institution. It offers education from pre-nursery to class 10 with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Known for its academic excellence and holistic development approach, the school provides a nurturing environment with experienced faculty and modern facilities. All children are born with a good and innocent mind. It is the duty of parents and school to develop the huge hidden potential of a child. It has to be handled carefully. After gaining a lot of experience and preparation "EASTERN ACADEMY" School is now being started.
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