Part Time Cook in Fife

2 weeks ago

Buckhaven and Methil, United Kingdom Bield Housing and Care Full time

Are you passionate about preparing fresh, nutritious meals and creating a warm, welcoming environment for older people? **Bield Housing & Care** is looking for a committed **Cook** to deliver a flexible, high-quality meals service that supports the wellbeing and independence of our tenants.

**About the Role**:
As the Cook, you’ll be responsible for providing freshly prepared meals that offer both quality and value for money. You’ll work within a set food budget, ensuring all hygiene and safety standards are met and promoted throughout the development.

**Hours**:

- 28 per week
- 9am - 5pm, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

**Location**: Bield Housing & Care, Braehead Gardens, Buckhaven, Fife

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare, cook, and serve meals daily as part of a collaborative team.
- Consult with tenants individually and in groups to understand their preferences and dietary needs.
- Create menus in partnership with tenants, accommodating cultural, health, and dietary requirements.
- Order, purchase, and store food supplies, maintaining accurate records.
- Manage income and expenditure receipts in line with Bield’s procedures.
- Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, adhering to food hygiene and health & safety standards.
- Carry out regular deep cleaning of kitchen equipment.
- Support and advise new staff, volunteers, and casual workers on kitchen safety protocols.
- Report any concerns about tenants related to the meals service to the Manager.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and daily communications.
- Carry out other duties as directed by the Manager.

**About You**:

- A genuine interest in supporting older people.
- Experience in catering or food preparation (desirable).
- Awareness of food hygiene and health & safety standards.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

**What We Offer**
- Cook hourly rate is £13.20 (£24,018 per annum FTE)
- Full induction and free core training
- Disclosure Scotland costs covered for employment
- Occupational sick pay
- Company pension scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support

**Important Information**
- This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 - **you must disclose** all unspent and relevant spent convictions.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.20 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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