Cook

Role Description

Cook 25 hours per week

Location: Balfron, G63

Hours: Monday to Friday, 5 hours per day, times to be discussed

£13.15 per hour gives £17,095 per annum

Extraordinary Day Every Day

About Spark of Genius

For over 25 years, Spark of Genius has supported children and young people with additional needs, creating safe, inclusive environments where they can thrive — we call it Extraordinary Days, Every Day.

About the role

We’re looking for a caring and well-organised Cook to join our children’s residential home. You’ll help create a warm, welcoming setting by maintaining high standards and preparing nutritious meals that support children’s health and wellbeing.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and cook balanced meals and snacks, tailored to individual dietary needs and allergies
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
• Safely store, label and rotate food in line with regulations
• Plan menus within agreed budgets
• Record temperatures and complete kitchen log sheets
• Prepare buffets or meals at short notice when needed

About you

• Experience in a catering environment is preferred or experience of cooking for up to 10 people
• Knowledge of food hygiene (Level 2 desirable)
• Good communication skills and a team-focused approach
• Flexible, organised and reliable
• Understanding of health & safety in kitchen settings

Why join us

• £500 Welcome Bonus after probation
• Refer-a-Friend scheme earn up to £1,000
• Free meals on shift and free onsite parking
• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S and more)
• Company pension and staff recognition awards
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check
• 24/7 helpline and hardship support via the CareTech Foundation

Your Next Step

Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon.

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.