Cook & Housekeeper — Children's Home (35h/wk)

Caretech Supplies LLC; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome £500 bonus after probation

Refer-a-Friend up to £1,000

Free meals on shift

Free onsite parking

Discounts at retailers

Company pension

Paid PVG check

24/7 helpline & hardship support

Job summary

Spark of Genius is seeking a caring Housekeeper/Cook for a children's residential home in Kirkintilloch. You will cook nutritious meals, maintain high kitchen hygiene and support housekeeping duties to create a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires flexibility, reliability and good team communication. Staff benefits include bonuses, meals on shift, parking, and pension eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or housekeeping environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene (Level 2 desirable).
• Good communication skills and a team-focused approach.
• Flexible, organised and reliable.
• Understanding of health & safety in kitchens and residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Cook balanced meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
• Maintain high food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Store, label and rotate food safely.
• Plan menus within budgets.
• Record temperatures and log kitchen data.
• Prepare buffets or meals on short notice.
• Clean bedrooms and shared areas to a high standard.
• Follow infection-control procedures.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.
• Carry out occasional deep cleans when required.

Skills

Catering experience

Housekeeping experience

Food hygiene

Team communication

Health & safety

Education

Food hygiene Level 2

Job description

Spark of Genius is seeking a caring Housekeeper/Cook for a children's residential home in Kirkintilloch. You will cook nutritious meals, maintain high kitchen hygiene and support housekeeping duties to create a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires flexibility, reliability and good team communication. Staff benefits include bonuses, meals on shift, parking, and pension eligibility.