Job Description

At Oakminster Healthcare, we believe the kitchen is the heart of every home -- a place where warmth, comfort, and connection come alive. We're looking for a passionate Cook who shares that belief and wants to make mealtimes the highlight of each day for our residents.


If you love bringing people together through good food, enjoy creating homely, nutritious meals, and take pride in presentation and hospitality, we'd love to welcome you to our team.


In this role, you'll :


Cook delicious, well-balanced meals with creativity and care.


Get to know our residents -- their favourites, traditions, and dietary needs.


Make the kitchen the vibrant centre of community life.


Be part of a warm, supportive team who value kindness, quality, and joy.


Your passion can make a real difference.


Come and help us make every mealtime matter.

About The Role

Purpose of the Role


The Cook plays a vital role in creating a warm, welcoming, and homely environment where meals are the highlight of the day. Working at the heart of the home, the Cook ensures that every dish is prepared with care, nutritional balance, and creativity -- promoting health, comfort, and enjoyment for every resident.


Key Responsibilities


Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced, home-cooked meals that meet residents' nutritional, cultural, and personal preferences.


Ensure variety and creativity in menu planning, including seasonal dishes and special events or celebrations.


Engage with residents to learn their favorite meals, incorporate their feedback, and make dining an enjoyable social experience.


Maintain high food safety standards, adhering to HACCP, Food Standards Scotland guidance, and internal quality checks.


Support special dietary needs, including modified textures, allergens, and medical or cultural requirements.


Oversee kitchen operations -- stock control, ordering, and maintaining cleanliness and organisation at all times.


Collaborate with the care team, ensuring mealtimes are well coordinated and residents receive the right meals in the right way.


Lead by example, fostering a positive, person-centred, and inclusive kitchen culture.


Skills and Attributes


Passion for cooking and hospitality -- creating food that feels like home.


Warm, caring, and approachable nature with excellent communication skills.


Good organisational and time-management abilities.


Understanding of nutrition and the needs of older people.


Knowledge of food hygiene, allergens, and safety regulations.


Ability to work flexibly and as part of a supportive care community team.


Qualifications and Experience


Experience as a Cook or Chef, ideally within a care, hospitality, or similar environment.


Food Hygiene Level 2 (minimum) -- Level 3 desirable.


Awareness of IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) and modified diet preparation preferred (training available).


Our Promise


At Oakminster Healthcare, our kitchens are the heart of our care communities. As Cook, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference -- not just by preparing food, but by creating joy, comfort, and connection through every meal you serve.

Required Criteria

Skills Needed

Chefing Skills

About The Company

Company Culture

Company Benefits

Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, A diversity program, Pet friendly offices, Free parking, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Employee of the Month, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Staff celebration events, Company employee App

Salary

Not disclosed