Healthy Meal Prep Assistant

Position: Meal Preparation Assistant
Location: Edinburgh (Visualise Scotland supported living home)
Hours: 14 hours per week, ideally across 4 days (three 4-hour sessions and one 2–3-hour session)
Salary: Depending on experience
Start date: As soon as possible

About the Role

We are looking for a friendly and reliable person to assist with preparing healthy, home-cooked meals for an adult with a disability living in a supported home managed by Visualise Scotland. You will work alongside the individual\’s carers and under light supervision to prepare nutritious meals based on simple, whole-food recipes provided for you.

This is a hands-on and rewarding role for someone who enjoys cooking, cares about healthy eating, and is comfortable working in a supportive home environment. There is no requirement for formal cooking qualifications — enthusiasm, care, and reliability are what matter most.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following provided recipes and meal plans.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment.
• Work collaboratively with the individual\’s care team and supervisor.
• Ensure meals are labelled and stored safely.
• Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the dignity of the person supported.

Requirements

• Genuine interest in healthy, whole-food cooking.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and punctual.
• Able to work efficiently and follow recipe instructions.
• Friendly, positive, and respectful attitude.
• Comfortable working in a household with vulnerable adults.
• No formal qualifications required.
• PVG membership (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) will be arranged and funded.

What We Offer

• Supportive and welcoming working environment.
• Flexible hours spread across four days per week.
• All ingredients and recipes provided — no shopping required.
• Opportunity to contribute to someone\’s wellbeing through good food and companionship.

How to Apply
Please send a letter or email expressing your interest, outlining any relevant experience or enthusiasm for healthy cooking, CV with references.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £18.00-£23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Work Location: In person