Bank Cook

TN United Kingdom; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in adult care services is seeking a proactive and passionate individual for a kitchen role. You will be responsible for planning, preparing, and serving high-quality meals while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. This position offers the opportunity for growth within a supportive team environment dedicated to promoting independence among residents. If you have relevant kitchen experience and a love for food service, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar-sized kitchen is essential.
• Qualifications in food hygiene and preparation are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and serve high-quality food to residents.
• Assist with menu creation and ensure food safety compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Food Hygiene

Menu Creation

Food Safety Regulations

Kitchen Management

Education

Food Preparation Qualifications

Job description

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Newhouse Kilmarnock, 57 Galston Road, Hurlford, Kilmarnock, Scotland, KA1 5JB

Priory Group Division

Adult Care

£12.60 per hour

Hours

Bank

Vacancy Type

Bank

Job Advert - Division Information

Priory Adult Care is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate.

We operate community-based residential care settings and a network of supported living services, supporting adults over 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), and behaviors that challenge. We also offer residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying needs.

Job Location Description

Newhouse is situated in the semi-rural village of Hurlford, near Kilmarnock, Scotland. Our home supports 22 adults with primary learning disabilities, who may also have physical health needs or be on the autism spectrum.

Our dedicated team provides the right level of support to promote independence among residents.

Role Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and serve high-quality food and hospitality to residents, meeting dietary requirements.
• Assist the Home Manager with menu creation, ensuring nutritious and varied options.
• Ensure all food preparation complies with COSHH, food safety, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage food budgets and stock, check deliveries, and store supplies appropriately.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Oversee kitchen staff management, including training, recruitment, and rotas.

We seek a confident individual with relevant experience in a similar-sized kitchen and qualifications in food hygiene, preparation, and cooking. This role offers good progression opportunities. The successful candidate should be proactive, passionate about food and service, and able to think on their feet.

Division DBS Information

Disclosure

All roles are subject to a successful DBS, Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland check, with costs covered by Priory. We are an equal opportunities employer.