Mumbai: Cook — Podar International School-Cambridge Job at Podar International School-Cambridge
Podar International School-CambridgeKey facts
- Role
- Cook — Podar International School-Cambridge
- School
- Podar International School-Cambridge
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- Cambridge
- 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
Cook — Podar International School-Cambridge at Podar International School-Cambridge, Mumbai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: CAMBRIDGE. The school has been running for 12+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Podar International School-Cambridge, a Cambridge school in Mumbai, 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: Podar International School-Cambridge is a Cambridge Day School in Powai, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Cook — Podar International School-Cambridge
Plan and prepare daily school meals to a fixed menu, maintain hygiene standards, manage kitchen staff and meet age-appropriate nutrition norms.
Working in a CAMBRIDGE school
Teaching for Cambridge means familiarity with syllabus codes, command words and Cambridge resource banks.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
About Podar International School-Cambridge
Podar International School-Cambridge is a day school affiliated to Cambridge, established in 2014, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Podar International School-Cambridge is a Cambridge Day School in Powai, Mumbai.
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