Cook — The Schram Academy Opening — The Schram Academy, Chennai
The Schram AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Cook — The Schram Academy
- School
- The Schram Academy
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.7L – ₹3.8L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Cook — The Schram Academy — The Schram Academy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 25+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
The Schram Academy, a CBSE school in Chennai, 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: The Schram Academy is a CBSE Day School in Maduravoyal, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Cook — The Schram Academy
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 CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
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 is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
About The Schram Academy
The Schram Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2001, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
The Schram Academy is a CBSE Day School in Maduravoyal, Chennai.
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