Assistant cook Work, Jobs in High Blantyre, Slk (with Salaries)

Cook
Avonbridge Care Home Ltd —Hamilton
- £13.38 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Nursing home
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
- Free parking
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Kitchen Assistant/Cook
Silverburn Care Home —Glasgow
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
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Kitchen Assistant
Avondale Care Scotland —Falkirk
- £12.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
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Kitchen Assistant/Cook
Wonder World Soft Play Limited —Falkirk
- £8.00 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
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10d
COMM ENT 5048 G1 - Secondary Cook in Charge - Strathaven Academy (600209) - 5048
South Lanarkshire —Strathaven
- £15.35 - £15.54 an hour
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
10d
Nursery Support Worker & Assistant Cook
First Adventures Nursery —Linlithgow
- £13,988 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Food service
- In-person
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Catering Assistant
Sanctuary Care —Glasgow
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Kitchen Assistant - Glasgow (Graham Anderson House)
Brainkind —Glasgow
- £12.91 - £13.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Secondary Cook in Charge - Strathaven Academy
South Lanarkshire Council —South Lanarkshire
- £15.35 - £15.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
10d
COMM ENT 5045 G1 - Primary Cook in Charge - St Hilary's Primary School (600201) - 5045
South Lanarkshire —East Kilbride
- £26,479 - £27,063 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
9d
Senior Cook
Falkirk Council —Falkirk
- £29,613 - £31,812 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
1d
Café/Kitchen Assistant
Seagate Leisure Centre —Irvine
- £10.85 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- In-person
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5d
Secondary Cook in Charge - Calderglen High School
South Lanarkshire Council —South Lanarkshire
- £15.35 - £15.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
10d
COMM ENT 5049 G1 - Secondary Cook in Charge - Calderglen High School (600209) - 5049
South Lanarkshire —East Kilbride
- £15.35 - £15.54 an hour
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
10d
Fish and chip shop assistant
Delhi Darbar —Dumbarton
- £12.71 - £14.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Customer service
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Secondary Cook in Charge - Uddingston Grammar School
South Lanarkshire Council —South Lanarkshire
- £15.35 - £15.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
9d
Cook
OCS Group —Ayrshire
- £13.82 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Communication skills
Assistant Cook (Part Time) (Term Time) - REQ06409
North Lanarkshire Council —Chryston
- £28,533 - £29,899 a year
- Cooking
- Cash handling
- School
- Annual leave
2h
COMM ENT 5051 G1 - Secondary Cook in Charge - Uddingston Grammar School (600209) - 5051
South Lanarkshire —Uddingston
- £15.35 - £15.54 an hour
- Military
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
9d
Front of House Assistant (Catering) - Care Home (PART-TIME - 3 Days P/W)
Newark Care —Glasgow
- From £12.81 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- In-person
- Free parking
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Cook

Avonbridge Care Home Ltd
Hamilton

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Job details

Full-time
£13.38 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
On-site parking

Qualifications

Care home
Cooking
Catering
Menu planning
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
Supervising experience
Organisational skills
Kitchen management
Food Hygiene Certificate
Kitchen experience
Time management

Full job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Cook to join our friendly team at our nursing care home. You will play a vital role in providing nutritious, home-cooked meals that enhance the health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of our residents.

This is a hands-on role that involves preparing high-quality meals, creating varied and balanced menus, managing food supplies, and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen. You will also be responsible for organising kitchen staff rotas and ensuring the kitchen operates safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and serve fresh, nutritious meals for residents in line with planned menus.
Create varied, seasonal menus that meet residents' nutritional needs, preferences, and dietary requirements.
Cater for specialist diets, including diabetic, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, texture-modified, allergy-aware, and culturally appropriate meals.
Consult with residents and the management team to ensure menus provide choice and satisfaction.
Order food, beverages, and kitchen supplies while maintaining agreed budgets.
Monitor stock levels, rotate stock using FIFO principles, and minimise food waste.
Organise and maintain accurate kitchen records, including temperature checks, cleaning schedules, and food safety documentation.
Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, COSHH, infection prevention, and Health & Safety regulations.
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment.
Plan and manage kitchen staff rotas ("off duties") to ensure appropriate staffing levels and efficient kitchen operations.
Support, supervise, and work alongside kitchen assistants to maintain high standards of service.
Liaise closely with care staff regarding residents' dietary needs, allergies, and nutritional requirements.
Report maintenance issues and equipment faults promptly.
Contribute to a positive dining experience that promotes dignity, independence, and resident choice.

What We're Looking ForEssential

Previous experience as a Cook or Chef, ideally within a care home, nursing home, healthcare, or catering environment.
Experience planning menus and catering for a variety of dietary requirements.
Experience ordering food and managing kitchen stock.
Experience organising staff rotas or supervising kitchen staff.
Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Good knowledge of food hygiene legislation and safe working practices.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
A caring and respectful approach towards older people.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Schedule

Full-time
Weekend availability required on a rota basis.
Flexible shifts to meet the needs of the home.

Why Join Us?

Food is an important part of life in our home, and we're looking for someone who takes pride in preparing meals that residents genuinely enjoy. If you are organised, creative, and passionate about making a difference through great food and excellent service, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Care home or healthcare catering: Preferred
Professional cooking: 2 years preferred

Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Preferred)

Pay: £13.38 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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