Cook / Kitchen Assistant Catering and Hospitality - Hallhouse Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.00 Shift type: Days Situated in the quiet village of Fenwick, East Ayrshire, we offer Residential, Nursing and Respite care for up to 47-residents 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 £11.44 - £12 per hour 40 hours per week (2 days per week as cook / 3 days per week as kitchen assistant 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. Benefits Pension Onsite Parking Paid PVG Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)