Description Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 29 September 2025 Closing Date: Tuesday 23 September 2025 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: FCLW £24,740.74 (Pro-Rata) Working Pattern: 33.25 hours per week as required on a rota which allows for one long weekend off in 4 Location: Lindsay House Care Home, Lumphinnans Supporting Statement As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement or CV which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement or CV, your application may not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement or CV at the section marked ‘upload resum é’. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement Job Details Do you have a Catering Qualification such as an SVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent? We currently have a permanent vacancy in Lindsay House Care Home, Lumphinnans Assistant Cook – 33.25 5hours per week as required 5 days from 7 rota, with one long weekend off in 4, on a 52- week contract Enhancements are paid for hours worked at weekends. Duties will include preparation of food and beverages and the organisation of the service of food, along with understanding the requirements of special diets. Duties may include serving of meals, general kitchen and dining room duties (for example washing up, setting up and clearing away equipment and tables), and cleaning of the kitchen, it's surround and equipment. Completion of basic bookwork and electronic returns may also be required. You will earn a competitive salary of £24,740.74 pro-rata and have access to a range of benefits, including: £13.18 per hour, plus extra payments for shift work, including weekends. Membership of Fife Pension Fund which is part of the Scottish Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS Scotland) Generous Holiday Allowance Pay is every 4 weeks. Access to and support with a training opportunities and qualifications for the job. Local and national discounts including supermarkets, restaurants and retail! This work is about ensuring residents, service users and staff are provided with meals throughout the day. The Person Catering Experience or a Qualification such as an SVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent? Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme. We particularly encourage applications from men, who are currently underrepresented within this type of work. Ability to provide a regular and effective service, working alone or as part of a Team. You will be required to attend an Induction Training Day before starting in post. Further Information Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information. Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services. Directorate Information - Council Department information Social Media - Search for more 'Fife Council Jobs' on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @FCJobsOfficial. Alternative Formats - Job information can be made available in alternative formats, to make a request please email: transactions.recruitment@fife.gov.uk For Further Information Please Contact: Monica.Cunniffe @fife.gov.uk "We are holding a Fife Council jobs fair on Wednesday 8th October from 10am - 2pm at the Glen Pavilion in Dunfermline. This is a great opportunity to meet face to face with Hiring Managers and learn more about the type of vacancies that are available and what it's like to work in local government. There will also be a chance to get support from our job clubs and employability teams who can offer help with our online application process. Please pop along on the day to find out more.