Care Home Chef / CookSouth Ayrshire 14.00 per hour 11,648 per annum (based on 16 hours) Permanent A highly reputable care home in South Ayrshire is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Chef / Cook to join their culinary team. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional with the ability to independently run a kitchen, delivering well-balanced, nutritious, and appetising meals to our residents. What we are offering to you:Permanent contract - 16 hours per weekCompetitive pay structure of 14.00 per hourAnnual salary: 11,648 per annum (based on 16 hours)Additional shifts available as and when required, offering flexibility and opportunity for extra hoursA supportive and friendly work environmentA fulfilling role where your cooking truly makes a difference to residents'' lives The roles and responsibilities of our Cook are:Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals in accordance with dietary needs and preferencesTake full responsibility for menu planning and kitchen management, ensuring meals are nutritious, varied, and within budgetOrder supplies and maintain proper food safety and hygiene standards in line with Environmental Health and SCSWIS regulationsMaintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and serving areasEnsure compliance with all food hygiene and safety standards What we are looking for in a candidate:Must have experience running a kitchen, ideally in a care home or similar settingBasic food hygiene certificateGood communication and organisati