Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School Vacancy at Hartley Higher Secondary School, Kolkata
Hartley Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School
- School
- Hartley Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.5L – ₹2.5L per year
- Experience
- 0–3 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School at Hartley Higher Secondary School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 92+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Hartley Higher Secondary School, a State Board 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: Hartley Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School
Cook for student/staff meals, oversee kitchen cleanliness, manage stores and produce reports on daily consumption.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
What is the salary for this Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
What kind of menu does the school kitchen run?
Menus are planned in advance with the school administration, focused on hygienic, balanced meals for students and staff. Special diets are accommodated where possible.
What qualifications are required for a Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Cook — Hartley Higher Secondary School positions.
About Hartley Higher Secondary School
Hartley Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1934, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Hartley Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
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