Part-Time Care Home Cook: Nutritious Meals & Menus

Jobtrain; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension plan

Health cash plan

Discounts scheme

Care concierge service

Job summary

CrossReach is seeking a Cook for our care home to prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals that support residents' health and enjoyment. You'll work two shifts a week, from 8.30am to 5.30pm, on a rota basis with alternate weekends.

Experience in a professional kitchen and a Food Hygiene qualification are essential, with a catering qualification considered an advantage. A care home or school kitchen background is beneficial but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen is essential.
• Food Hygiene qualification is essential; catering qualification a plus.
• Care home or school kitchen experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals and snacks for residents.
• Plan menus that meet dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Monitor food stocks and support ordering and stock control.
• Ensure meals are prepared and presented to a high standard.
• Support special events and celebrations through food preparation.
• Work with colleagues to reflect residents' preferences in menu choices.

Skills

Cooking

Menu planning

Education

Food Hygiene qualification

Catering qualification

Job description

CrossReach is seeking a Cook for our care home to prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals that support residents' health and enjoyment. You'll work two shifts a week, from 8.30am to 5.30pm, on a rota basis with alternate weekends.

Experience in a professional kitchen and a Food Hygiene qualification are essential, with a catering qualification considered an advantage. A care home or school kitchen background is beneficial but not required.