We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join the Phoenix Futures Scottish Residential Service based in Glasgow in the role of Cook & Nutrition Lead.

Cook & Nutrition Lead

30 Hours per Week
Based at Glasgow Residential Service

About the Role

As a specialist addiction recovery charity, we have developed considerable expertise in the provision of residential and housing services to support people at all stages of their recovery journey.

As the Cook & Nutrition Lead, you will play a vital role in supporting residents' health, wellbeing and recovery through the provision of nutritious, balanced meals and a positive dining experience. You will lead all aspects of meal planning, food preparation, stock control and kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of nutrition, food safety and hygiene are maintained at all times.

The role extends beyond catering. As a key member of the residential team, you will support residents to develop practical cooking skills, improve their understanding of healthy eating and build confidence in independent living. Through positive engagement, you will contribute to the therapeutic and recovery-focused environment that underpins our Residential Service.

About You

Are you ready to make a profound impact on people's lives? We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support the success of our well-established residential rehabilitation service.

Your experience and qualities should include:

• Experience of working in a catering, hospitality, cooking or food preparation role.
• Knowledge of nutrition, healthy eating and menu planning.
• Understanding of food hygiene, HACCP requirements and health and safety standards within a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to manage food ordering, stock control and budgets effectively.
• Commitment to supporting residents to develop cooking skills, nutritional awareness and independent living skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, colleagues and external suppliers.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality services and maintaining consistently high standards.
• An interest in working within the voluntary sector and supporting people affected by substance use and related challenges.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• A desire to continually improve the quality of the dining experience and nutritional outcomes for residents.
• A commitment to actively demonstrating the values and beliefs of Phoenix Futures.

Your Rewards

• Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance.
• Salary in line with Grade F pay scale (£26,298 - £28,000)
• Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities.
• Continuous training and career development through PXL, our dedicated learning management system.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including telephone and online support.
• Opportunities to contribute directly to people's recovery journeys and long-term wellbeing.

The Role

To lead the provision of catering and nutrition within the Residential Service, ensuring that residents have access to healthy, balanced and nutritious meals that support their physical health, mental wellbeing and recovery goals.

The Cook & Nutrition Lead will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, stock control, ordering, budget management and maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety. In addition, the postholder will work directly with residents to develop their cooking skills, nutritional knowledge and confidence in independent living, supporting positive lifestyle changes and sustainable recovery.

The role will work closely with the wider residential team to create a welcoming, therapeutic and recovery-focused environment that promotes health, wellbeing and community participation.

The Service

Phoenix Futures' Scottish Residential Service offers a drug and alcohol-free environment with structured support for people aged 18 and over who wish to address problematic drug and alcohol use and improve their overall wellbeing.

We have been successfully supporting people to achieve long-term recovery for more than 30 years in Scotland and for over 50 years across the wider UK. We offer programmes of both three and six months' duration, tailored to individual needs and based on our evidence-based Therapeutic Community model.

Our modern, newly refurbished service accommodates up to 31 residents and provides a safe, supportive and recovery-focused environment. Residents participate in a structured programme of therapeutic interventions, group work, education, health and wellbeing activities, and community living. Nutrition, healthy lifestyles and the development of independent living skills form an important part of the recovery journey, making the Cook & Nutrition Lead a valued member of the multidisciplinary team.

About Phoenix Futures

Phoenix Futures is a charity with over 50 years' experience and is one of the UK's leading providers of drug and alcohol treatment and recovery services.

Our values define who we are and guide everything we do. We are passionate about recovery, committed to excellence and dedicated to supporting people to achieve positive and lasting change.

Working in partnership with local authorities, NHS services, other charities and community organisations, we deliver innovative services that help people improve their health, wellbeing and opportunities in life.

Our expertise in psychosocial treatment, recovery support and therapeutic interventions is complemented by our understanding that lasting recovery is supported by good physical health, healthy routines, meaningful activity, positive relationships and a sense of purpose.

At our core, we support individuals, families and communities to recover from drug and alcohol dependency and build healthier, more fulfilling futures. As Cook & Nutrition Lead, you will play an important role in this mission, helping residents to develop healthier lifestyles, improve their wellbeing and gain practical skills that support long-term recovery and independence.

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