Cook / Kitchen Assistant Catering and Hospitality - Hallhouse Care Home Contract: Permanent Salary: £12.34 Per Hour Shift type: Days Contracted hours: 16 / 32 Located in the peaceful village of Fenwick, East Ayrshire, Hallhouse Care Home provides high-quality Residential, Nursing, and Respite care for up to 47 residents. With an impressive carehome.co.uk rating of 9.9 and Care Inspectorate grades of 5, 5, 5, 4, and 5, we are dedicated to delivering compassionate, person-centred care in a warm and welcoming environment. As Cook/Kitchen Assistant, you will work alongside the Head Chef to deliver a high quality of food to our residents and ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner. Cook/Kitchen Assistant Contract £12.34 per hour 16 hours per week Cook or 32 hours per week (2 days per week as cook / 2 days per week as kitchen assistant) Additional £1 per hour for weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata) Free uniform and onsite parking Paid PVG and access to a pension scheme Ongoing training and opportunities for career development Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications City & Guilds 706 – 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards) Team player. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative Desired Experience of food preparation for the relevant Service User group. Experience working in a care environment would be advantageous but not a deal-breaker. Main Responsibilities Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required. Bake cakes and pastries Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks Conduct Basic Food Hygiene training for all care staff involved in handling and delivery of food. Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence. Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer/fridge temperatures. Ensure stock rotation. Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries Ensure statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas. Ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately Please submit your CV to our recruitment team and we will aim to respond with 48 hours.