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Head Cook Catering and Hospitality - Gowrie House Care Home Contract:
Full Time
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£14.00 Per Hour
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Full Time
Gowrie House is a warm and welcoming care home in the heart of Kirkcaldy, East Central Scotland. Our 60-bed home provides high-quality Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care, with a focus on comfort, dignity and wellbeing.
We are now looking for a talented and experienced Head Cook to take the lead in our kitchen and ensure our residents enjoy well-balanced, nutritious and delicious meals every day.
What We Offer
* £14.00 per hour
* Full-time contract
* Pension scheme, paid PVG, free uniform and onsite parking
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on full-time contract)
* A supportive environment with scope to develop your leadership skills
Your Role As Head Cook, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring every meal is thoughtfully prepared and tailored to meet our residents’ dietary needs. You will lead by example, supervise kitchen staff, plan menus, and maintain a safe and compliant kitchen environment.
You will also play an important part in creating a warm dining experience for our residents, where mealtimes are something to be enjoyed.
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience as a Head Cook or Chef, ideally in a care setting or similar environment
* Strong understanding of dietary requirements and menu planning for older people
* City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent catering qualifications
* Food Hygiene Certificate and understanding of HACCP procedures
* Good leadership and communication skills
* Ability to manage stock, budgets, and kitchen administration confidently
* A genuine passion for food and a desire to make a positive impact
About Us Gowrie House is part of Belsize Healthcare, a family-owned, market-leading care group with over 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about delivering exceptional care and creating an inclusive, supportive environment where our team members can flourish.
Our five core values — Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity — define everything we do. If these values matter to you too, we would love to welcome you to our kitchen.
* Kirkcaldy, Scotland
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