Newhouse Kilmarnock is looking to recruit a Bank Cook to join the team.

Newhouse is located in the semi-rural village of Hurlford, near Kilmarnock, Scotland. Our home offers residential support for 22 adults with a primary learning disability diagnosis, who may also have physical health needs, or be on the autism spectrum.

Department Site Support Roles Employment Type Bank Location Newhouse Kilmarnock Address 57 - 59 Galston Road, Hurlford, Kilmarnock , KA1 5JB Open in Google Maps Workplace type Onsite Compensation £13.45 / hour What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service and to support the wellbeing of our residents. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

Creating, presenting and delivering nutritious meals to a high standard of quality

Developing varied and interesting menus that take into account healthy eating guidelines and any dietary and nutritional requirements

Supporting the provision of catering operations in line with the company’s policies and procedures

Working with colleagues in the Care team to tailor meals based on our residents’ preferences and adjusting these based on any changes

Involving residents with seasonal menu changes with the support of our Activity Coordinators

You can find additional information in the attached job description. 

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The role holder’s will numerate, literate and will have been trained to NVQ3 standard with an Intermediate Food Safety Certificate.  Experience of preparing, and cooking meals gained within a professional kitchen environment.  Well-developed oral communication skills are required, as the jobholder is required to direct and instruct junior catering/waiting staff. 

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. 

Pension enrolment

Access to development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

DBS paid for

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

About Priory

Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. 

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