Day Cook: Fresh Meals, Day Shifts, Care Home

Peoplebank; Lanark; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Crosslaw House Care Home in Lanark, South Lanarkshire, is seeking a Day Cook to prepare nutritious meals, tailor menus to dietary needs, and uphold high standards of hygiene and food safety. This role offers a stable pattern with no late evenings and collaborative team support.

You will contribute to menu planning, work with fresh ingredients, and help ensure a varied, balanced dining experience for residents.

Qualifications

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is required.
• Experience in a kitchen or food preparation role.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A positive and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality, nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs.
• Ensure standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety are met.
• Assist with menu planning and use of fresh ingredients.
• Support the kitchen to run smoothly with a consistent routine.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience in kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Independent worker

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Crosslaw House Care Home in Lanark, South Lanarkshire, is seeking a Day Cook to prepare nutritious meals, tailor menus to dietary needs, and uphold high standards of hygiene and food safety. This role offers a stable pattern with no late evenings and collaborative team support.

You will contribute to menu planning, work with fresh ingredients, and help ensure a varied, balanced dining experience for residents.