Care Home Chef / Cook

About the Role

A highly reputable care home in Lockerbie is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Chef / Cook to join their culinary team. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional with the ability to independently run a kitchen, delivering well-balanced, nutritious, and appetising meals to our residents.

What We Are Offering

• Permanent contract - 29.75 hours per week
• Shift pattern: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, working 3 shifts one week and 4 the following
• Competitive pay structure of £14.85 per hour
• Annual salary: £22,972.95 (based on 29.75 hours/week)
• Extra hours available as and when needed within the service
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• A fulfilling role where your cooking truly makes a difference to residents' lives

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals in accordance with dietary needs and preferences
• Take full responsibility for menu planning and kitchen management, ensuring meals are nutritious, varied, and within budget
• Order supplies and maintain proper food safety and hygiene standards in line with Environmental Health and SCSWIS regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and serving areas
• Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and safety standards

What We Are Looking For

• Experience running a kitchen, ideally in a care home or similar setting
• Basic food hygiene certificate
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work within a team or on your own initiative
• Satisfactory police check, PVG
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred
• Ideally holding or working towards an appropriate City and Guilds certificate

How to Apply

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