Care Home Cook & Kitchen Leader — Nutritious Meals

Holmes Care Group; Lochgelly; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

SSSC fees covered (Scotland)

Pension scheme

PVG/DBS fees covered

Refer a friend £500

Blue Light Card

Employee assistance & health service

Discounts & cash back

Health club discounts

Training programmes

Staff awards

Care awards

Job summary

Holmes Care Group is seeking an experienced Cook to provide nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents in our care homes. You will ensure high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and dietary compliance while supporting the kitchen team.

Applicants should hold Food Hygiene Certificates and be familiar with relevant regulations. The role offers permanent, full-time opportunities with benefits and ongoing training. Scotland-based care homes with Derbyshire-based group presence may be involved.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Cook in care settings.
• Ability to accommodate varied dietary requirements and restrictions.
• Hold relevant Food Hygiene Certificates and be aware of regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious home-cooked meals for residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and high food safety standards in the kitchen.
• Manage stock, ordering and portion control.
• Guide and support the kitchen team during service.

Skills

Cooking

Dietary accommodation

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Holmes Care Group is seeking an experienced Cook to provide nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents in our care homes. You will ensure high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and dietary compliance while supporting the kitchen team.

Applicants should hold Food Hygiene Certificates and be familiar with relevant regulations. The role offers permanent, full-time opportunities with benefits and ongoing training. Scotland-based care homes with Derbyshire-based group presence may be involved.