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    "title": "Cook — St Xaviers' English High School And Junior College",
    "description": "St Xaviers' English High School And Junior College, a State Board school in Thane, is hiring a Cook.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n- Ensure smooth functioning of assigned facilities/equipment\n- Coordinate with vendors and support staff\n- Follow safety and security protocols at all times\n- Report issues to the maintenance head promptly\n\nRequirements:\n- 0-3 years of relevant experience\n- Relevant ITI/diploma/certification; school or institutional experience preferred\n\nAbout the school:\n<p>St. Xavier’s School and Junior College is situated in the midst of the sylvan surroundings of Brahmand, Thane (W). “The calm, tranquil &amp; spiritual ambience of the St. Xavier’s’ amidst beautiful lawns, lush green trees and flower beds, induces a feeling of peace and quiet”, Says The Chairman Sri Rai Sir Ji.“The future belongs to the youth. It is a young and progressive world which is now under process of development and it is the young who must create it. But it is also a world of truth, courage, justice, lofty aspirations and straightforward fulfillment which we seek to create. A brave, frank, clear-hearted, courageous and aspiring youth is the only foundation on which future can be built.” One of the <a href=\"https:///admissions/school-admission-in-thane-west-thane\"><u>best schools in Thane West</u></a> was founded on 10th June, 1993. It was blessed by Late. Mrs. Rai Madam with the message : “A new light has appeared upon earth. Let this new School opened today be guided by it.”</p>",
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  "descriptionText": "St Xaviers' English High School And Junior College, a State Board school in Thane, is hiring a Cook.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n• Ensure smooth functioning of assigned facilities/equipment\n• Coordinate with vendors and support staff\n• Follow safety and security protocols at all times\n• Report issues to the maintenance head promptly\n\nRequirements:\n• 0-3 years of relevant experience\n• Relevant ITI/diploma/certification; school or institutional experience preferred\n\nAbout the school:\nSt. Xavier’s School and Junior College is situated in the midst of the sylvan surroundings of Brahmand, Thane (W). “The calm, tranquil & spiritual ambience of the St. Xavier’s’ amidst beautiful lawns, lush green trees and flower beds, induces a feeling of peace and quiet”, Says The Chairman Sri Rai Sir Ji.“The future belongs to the youth. It is a young and progressive world which is now under process of development and it is the young who must create it. But it is also a world of truth, courage, justice, lofty aspirations and straightforward fulfillment which we seek to create. A brave, frank, clear-hearted, courageous and aspiring youth is the only foundation on which future can be built.” One of the best schools in Thane West was founded on 10th June, 1993. It was blessed by Late. Mrs. Rai Madam with the message : “A new light has appeared upon earth. Let this new School opened today be guided by it.”",
  "aboutTheRole": "We're hiring a Cook who can run a school kitchen to a fixed menu — clean, on time and at scale.",
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    "Keep the daily consumption register and report to the admin team.",
    "Ensure water, gas and equipment safety checks are done daily.",
    "Supervise kitchen helpers and assign daily tasks.",
    "Cater for event days (parent meetings, sports day, exhibitions) when needed.",
    "Maintain strict kitchen hygiene per FSSAI norms."
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      "heading": "What you'll handle as a Cook — St Xaviers' English High School And Junior College",
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      "body": "**State-board** schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook."
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      "body": "Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks."
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  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "What questions are asked in a Cook — St Xaviers' English High School And Junior College interview?",
      "a": "A full library of role-specific interview guides (PRT, TGT, PGT, subject-wise, coordinator, principal) with model answers is at /interview-questions."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the salary for this Cook — St Xaviers' English High School And Junior College role?",
      "a": "The salary band is shown in the \"Key facts\" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long does it take to hear back after applying?",
      "a": "Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do I have to work weekends?",
      "a": "Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is the salary CTC or in-hand?",
      "a": "Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is lower than CTC once employee PF (12% of basic, capped at ₹15,000 basic/month), professional tax and — where applicable — income tax under the new regime are deducted. Plug the offered CTC into the in-hand salary calculator at /tools/in-hand-salary-calculator for a line-by-line breakdown against this job."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is accommodation provided?",
      "a": "Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do staff get fee concession for their children?",
      "a": "Many schools offer a tuition-fee concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria and available seats. The appointment letter or the school's written HR policy is the authoritative source — confirm what applies before treating it as compensation."
    },
    {
      "q": "What's the interview process like for this role?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Will I get PF and statutory benefits?",
      "a": "Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is background verification done before joining?",
      "a": "Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification."
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