Job Description
Cook / Chef Position
Supporting Adults with Learning Disabilities & Complex Health Needs
Our client is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef to join a friendly and established kitchen team within a specialist residential care setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals as part of a holistic care approach for 10 residents with profound learning disabilities and complex health needs.
The Role
As Cook/Chef, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents and staff. Meals may need to be adapted to accommodate varying dysphagia (swallowing) needs, including bite-sized or puréed options. Full training and support will be provided by the in-house Therapy team.
You will work both independently and as part of a small team, contributing positively to the wider Care team and resident experience.
Hours:
* 2432 hours per week
* 3 or 4 days per week
* Shift rota basis, including weekends
* Bank Holidays and festive periods shared fairly (average 2 weekends per month)
Pay:
* Up to £13.43 per hour
Contract Type:
* Permanent
* Full-time or Part-time
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook nutritious, home-style meals for residents and staff
* Adapt meals to meet specialist dietary and dysphagia requirements
* Bake fresh goods as part of the menu offering
* Work collaboratively with the care team to support residents wellbeing
* Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety
* Participate in lone working as required
About You
* Experienced Cook/Chef with previous professional kitchen experience
* Confident in food preparation and cooking
* Interest in baking
* Able to work independently and within a small team
* Understanding of dietary modifications (desirable; training provided)
* Reliable, organised, and committed to delivering quality meals
Please note: Our client is unable to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for this role.
Benefits
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Job reference: JF19677
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