Cook — Pailan World School Opening — Pailan World School, Kolkata
Pailan World SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Cook — Pailan World School
- School
- Pailan World School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.1L – ₹4.5L per year
- Experience
- 2–5 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Cook — Pailan World School — Pailan World School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 21+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Pailan World 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: Pailan World School is a ICSE Day School in Joka, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Cook — Pailan World School
Cook for student/staff meals, oversee kitchen cleanliness, manage stores and produce reports on daily consumption.
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
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
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Pailan World School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About Pailan World School
Pailan World School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2005, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Pailan World School is a ICSE Day School in Joka, Kolkata.
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