Cook

Trust Housing Association Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national housing and care provider is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals in Glasgow. This part-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and generous holiday entitlement. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is a plus. The position involves planning menus and supporting service delivery in a well-organised kitchen environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Generous holiday entitlement

Ongoing paid training and personal development

Paid candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland

Qualifications

• Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is advantageous.
• You must be able to move around the kitchen and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and assist with ordering and preparing ingredients.
• Work alongside the catering assistant to support service delivery.
• Keep the kitchen organised and running efficiently, following food handling, sanitation, and storage procedures.

Skills

Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques

Ability to multi-task

Job description

Overview

Trust has a great opportunity for an experienced Cook to join our team at 200 Abercromby Street, Calton, Glasgow City G40 2RZ on a permanent part-time contract of 21 hours (average) per week.

We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to the menu.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and assist with ordering and preparing ingredients.
• Work alongside the catering assistant to support service delivery.
• Keep the kitchen organised and running efficiently, following food handling, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Move around the kitchen efficiently and multi-task as needed.

What we offer

• 21 hours average per week on a 2 week rolling rota: Week 1 Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun; Week 2 Wed, Thu, Fri
• 10:30 to 17:30 (1 hour unpaid break)
• Competitive hourly rate of £13
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Ongoing paid training and personal development
• Paid candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland
• Opportunity for additional hours covering holidays, training and other staff absences

Qualifications and requirements

• Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is advantageous.
• You must be able to move around the kitchen and multi-task.
• We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents; all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and may need to provide evidence if successful.
• Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa, as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

About Trust Housing

Trust Housing Association is a national housing, support and care provider, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people, we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 4,000 households across Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands to the Borders.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity – SC009086.

If you feel you have the skills and experience outlined above and would like to work with a prestigious and well-established company that prioritises a person-centred culture, we’d like to hear from you. Trust is an Investor in People Platinum accredited employer and a great place to work.