Cook

Overview

Cook – Ridgepark

£24,242 pro rata per annum (£12.60 per hour)

Part time position available – small contract can be discussed and flexibility around this if suitable candidate.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles.

Ridgepark service in Lanark. We are embracing difference and leading change.

Reference: SA1137

Embracing difference, leading change.

This post is subject to a PVG Disclosure check. All new employees must have applied to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of starting in post and be registered within 6 months. Scottish Autism covers all costs of PVG membership and SSSC registration for employees.

Shift times: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (weekday); 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (weekend).

Closing Date: 13 February 2026.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism. Valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values. Registered charity number is SC009068.

• Work within a small team to provide nutritious meals for individuals we support.
• Plan healthy and varied menus, carefully considering special diets.
• Prepare a full range of meals for supported individuals and organise the serving of meals.
• Ensure kitchen preparation and storage areas are clean and hygienic.

• Prior experience is desirable but not essential; in-house mentor with wealth of knowledge and experience available.
• Scottish Autism will supply all relevant training.
• PVG Disclosure check required; follow-up registration with the SSSC within the stated timelines.
• Be aligned with Scottish Autism values:
  Collaboration, Compassion, Change Makers, Contribution.

• 30 days holiday pro rata (increases with length of service)
• Non-contributory life assurance
• Workplace Pension (Employer matched up to 9%)
• Discount platform
• Employee Assistance Programme