Resident-Centric Cook: Nutritious Meals & Menus

Jobtrain; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossReach Scotland is seeking a Cook for our care home to prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals that support residents' health and wellbeing. You will plan menus, meet dietary requirements, and maintain high hygiene standards in a busy kitchen.

Join a friendly team and contribute to meals that are often the highlight of the day. A Food Hygiene qualification is essential; catering qualifications are advantageous. PVG scheme and UK entitlement checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements
• Food Hygiene qualification is essential; catering qualification advantageous

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 closely with colleagues to reflect residents' preferences in menu choices

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Nutrition awareness

Food Hygiene qualification

Education

Catering qualification

Job description

CrossReach Scotland is seeking a Cook for our care home to prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals that support residents' health and wellbeing. You will plan menus, meet dietary requirements, and maintain high hygiene standards in a busy kitchen.

Join a friendly team and contribute to meals that are often the highlight of the day. A Food Hygiene qualification is essential; catering qualifications are advantageous. PVG scheme and UK entitlement checks apply.