Cook — Vivekananda Vidyaniketan Opening — Vivekananda Vidyaniketan, Kolkata
Vivekananda VidyaniketanKey facts
- Role
- Cook — Vivekananda Vidyaniketan
- School
- Vivekananda Vidyaniketan
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹3.9L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Cook — Vivekananda Vidyaniketan at Vivekananda Vidyaniketan. Curriculum: ICSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Vivekananda Vidyaniketan, 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: Vivekananda Vidyaniketan is a ICSE Day School in Subhashgram, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Cook — Vivekananda Vidyaniketan
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
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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'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.
Where exactly is Vivekananda Vidyaniketan located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
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.
About Vivekananda Vidyaniketan
Vivekananda Vidyaniketan is a day school affiliated to ICSE, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Vivekananda Vidyaniketan is a ICSE Day School in Subhashgram, Kolkata.
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