Job Description

At CrossReach, we know that food is at the heart of care. As our Cook, you'll do more than prepare meals you'll help create an atmosphere where people feel valued, supported and at home.

Main responsibilities

Plan and prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet individual tastes and dietary needs Use fresh, quality ingredients to provide meals that are both healthy and enjoyable Manage stock, order supplies and make sure all food is stored and prepared safely Lead and support the kitchen team to keep the kitchen running smoothly Encourage residents to get involved in food-related activities and make mealtimes a positive experience

About you

We're looking for someone who:

Has experience working in an adult care home and understands different dietary needs Holds certificates in Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Has a Food Handling Certificate and experience working in a catering environment Has a passion for using food to nurture and care for others Understands the importance of food hygiene, safety and quality standards Is organised, reliable and pays attention to detail Has basic computer skills Is flexible and able to work on a rota, including weekends and holidays when required Holds PVG Scheme membership, or is willing to join

Working with us

You'll be part of a supportive team that values the role good food plays in care. Every meal you prepare will help bring warmth, comfort and enjoyment to the people we support.

If you want to use your skills to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that support others.


Firstly, there is access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card. We also ensure that your future and that of your loved ones is secured with a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit. Balancing work and family are made easier with our suite of enhanced family friendly policies and your health and wellness are prioritised with access to our health cash plan, giving you cash back for a wide range of health treatments. We even have access to a care concierge service to assist you with life's challenges, providing invaluable support when you need it most.


But we also know that your training and development is important to you, and as well as a contribution to your professional membership fees, we are keen to support you in making the right steps to learn, grow and develop in ways that are right for you.


CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better.


Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ's name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances.


As a Christian organisation, you will need to have a respect for all aspects of Christian worship.


You will also need to become amember of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks.You will also be required to adhere to the SSSC Code of practice.



We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.


We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual's unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.

If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk


Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

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