Cook - Full and Part Time Positions Available

Role Overview

We are seeking reliable Cooks to join our team, preparing nutritious and appealing meals that support the health and wellbeing of service users. The role involves working according to set menus and maintaining high standards of food hygiene while ensuring the kitchen operates safely and smoothly.

Main Duties

• Prepare meals and snacks following planned menus.
• Accommodate special dietary needs and personal food preferences.
• Adhere to safe food handling and hygiene protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization within kitchen areas.
• Bake home-made goods as required.
• Assist with stock management including checking inventory and ordering supplies.
• Record keeping including temperature logs and other safety documentation.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.

Candidate Profile

You should possess strong time management skills and be dependable in a hands-on kitchen environment. A willingness to follow food safety standards and uphold rigorous cleanliness is necessary. Candidates must hold or be willing to acquire an Elementary Food Handling Certificate through provided training. Basic IT proficiency is required for completing mandatory training tasks. Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is mandatory or you must be willing to join.

Benefits and Professional Development

• Comprehensive induction and continuous training opportunities.
• Access to health cash plan and wellbeing support services.
• Employee discounts including Blue Light Card and Perkbox.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Eligibility for contributory pension and death in service benefits.
• Support for work-life balance with enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Career growth support including contribution to professional membership fees.

About the Employer

Our organization has a 150-year legacy providing compassionate social care services across Scotland, offering support tailored to individuals throughout their lives. We operate under the ethos of the Church of Scotland, providing care inspired by Christian principles. Employment in this role requires upholding the organization's Christian ethos, an occupational requirement under relevant equality legislation.

Additional Requirements and Legal Obligations

• Membership of the PVG Scheme and compliance with vetting checks.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and maintenance of registration standards.
• Verification of legal entitlement to work in the UK, as mandated by UK Visas and Immigration.

Recruitment Process and Communication

Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as the posting may close early. Applications are to be submitted via the organization's application portal without a CV upload. Email is the primary mode of communication; applicants should monitor their inbox and spam folders regularly. Support and guidance for application completion are available through provided resources.