Assistant Cook

Swanton Care and Community; Doune; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Cook to join their dedicated team in Doune. This role involves providing a high-quality food catering service while ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are met. You will work alongside the Head Cook to prepare meals for residents with learning disabilities and autism, making a positive impact on their daily lives. If you have a passion for cooking and enjoy a busy kitchen environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive organization that values your contributions and offers numerous perks and development opportunities.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Life cover

Funded qualifications

Career pathways

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Voice events

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or food preparation is essential.
• Knowledge of food hygiene standards is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen environment.
• Assist with food preparation and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Food hygiene knowledge

Catering experience

Education

Relevant food safety qualifications

Job description

About The Role

We are recruiting for an Assistant Cook

Hours: 20 per week

Located in Doune

About the role:

To provide a high quality food catering service within the allocated budget, whilst promoting healthy eating and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, in partnership with the Head Cook.

• Maintain a clean environment at all times
• Assist with prep work
• Complete food hygiene documentation
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and crockery is cleaned after use and stored correctly

About you

Good attention to detail with a passion for keeping busy, you will enjoy working in a busy kitchen that provides excellent meals and snacks to residents with learning disabilities and autism.

What we can offer:

• Refer a friend scheme: we know that you will know fantastic people who will be make a great contribution, you will receive £400 each time a successful referral is made.
• Above and beyond: we recognise that our staff teams do amazing things for the people we support and their teams. We award contributions for those who go the extra mile and for good inspection feedback with vouchers for high street shops and other surprises!
• Long service awards: we recognize your contribution to the team and celebrate long service.
• Employee benefits app: stay connected to our community, receive discounts across everyday and luxury shops, access information about learning & development opportunities.
• Cycle to work: you can save money and get fit with our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Pension: we will auto enrol you into our salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Life cover: you will be entitled to the death in service benefit.
• Funded qualifications: earn whilst you learn! we aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Swanton.
• Career pathways: we invest in our people and offer apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Level 3). Earn whilst you learn has never been easier!
• Swanton Educates: we have our own training qualification centre which can further support your development.
• Trained mental health first aiders: available to support you when you need someone to talk to.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): free confidential access to 24hr assistance program for counselling, advice and support.
• Employee Voice: we hold regular events throughout the year to listen to your feedback about working with us.

*subject to eligibility & criteria

You will be required to undergo relevant pre-employment checks including an enhanced PVG check.

Our internal vacancies are also published onto our website. Roles may be withdrawn before the closing date if a successful appointment has been made.

About The Service

A stunning manor situated in the picturesque village of Deanston, Doune. The service benefits from large grounds on the edge of the village, close to local amenities.

The service offers a high standard of nursing care and supports people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex needs including challenging behaviour.

The home provides 3 individual and independent suites accommodating up to 6 in each, with a further two studio apartments on the ground floor.