Cook
North Merchiston Care Home
Salary: £25,905 - £26,111 (pro-rata for part-time)
Hours: 18 per week, 52 weeks
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic candidate to support the management of a quality catering service for up to 60 residents with diverse dietary requirements.
Reporting to the Senior Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals and snacks suitable for various dietary needs. You will also assist with food ordering, complete HACCP documentation, and lead the kitchen in the absence of the Senior Cook.
Applicants should ideally have a catering qualification and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. Flexibility in approach is essential.
The role involves early/late shifts and alternate weekend work.
This position is regulated work involving children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check. If the candidate has spent three or more months outside the UK in the last five years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. Employment will be contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, included, and able to perform at their best. We recognize that a diverse workforce enhances our organisation through a variety of values, beliefs, experiences, and backgrounds.
To support our organisational culture and improve our workplace environment, we are moving from a competency-based interview approach to one focused on behavioural and technical skills. This will help us assess how you think and demonstrate our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility in your work.
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Our salary range typically reflects the starting salary, with annual increases up to the top of the range.
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