Catering Assistant/Cook - Part-Time (Disability Respite)

Sense Scotland; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 4,800 - 7,700; Part time

Job summary

Sense Scotland is seeking two Catering assistant/Cooks to join our team at the Motherwell PHEW respite service. The role involves planning, preparing and serving healthy meals and snacks, supporting guests with disabilities, and working as part of a friendly team.

Shifts cover lunch and dinner with 3 days per week, 3.5 hours per day, and weekend rotations. Prior catering experience is welcomed, training on health and safety will be provided, and a positive, patient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or willingness to learn
• Ability to work well in a team
• Commitment to high food hygiene and safety standards
• Good communication and organisation skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, present and serve meals for guests, staff and visitors
• Comply with Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and Environmental Health regulations (training provided)
• Adhere to high standards of food hygiene and health and safety
• Order food supplies within budget
• Receive deliveries and process invoices
• Follow storage, rotation and waste control procedures
• Ensure crockery and cutlery are cleaned and put away safely
• Maintain kitchen linen and inventory
• Identify catering needs within the Service
• Stay informed on healthy recipes for diverse guest needs
• Identify training needs where applicable

Skills

Team working

Effective communication

Strong work ethic

Organisation skills

Job description

Sense Scotland is seeking two Catering assistant/Cooks to join our team at the Motherwell PHEW respite service. The role involves planning, preparing and serving healthy meals and snacks, supporting guests with disabilities, and working as part of a friendly team.

Shifts cover lunch and dinner with 3 days per week, 3.5 hours per day, and weekend rotations. Prior catering experience is welcomed, training on health and safety will be provided, and a positive, patient approach is essential.