Care home cook

Please note that this role DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship

Care Home Cook - £13 per hour - 30 hours per week

This Care Home Cook role offers the chance to take real ownership of dining within a thoughtfully refurbished care home designed to provide modern, comfortable surroundings for residents.

You’ll be responsible for delivering a high-quality dining experience, with meals that are not only nutritious but tailored to individual needs, including specialist diets and allergies. This suits an experienced cook who is confident working in a professional kitchen and understands the importance of consistency, safety, and presentation in a care setting.

Before You Apply

• You must have experience working in a professional kitchen.
• Must have knowledge of specialist diets and allergens.
• You must hold a valid Food Hygiene Certificate.

Key Job Details

• £13 per hour
• 30 hours per week
• Various shifts Monday to Sunday
• Alternate weekends required
• Permanent position
• Care home setting

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Refurbished, well-equipped kitchen environment
• Pension scheme
• Paid DBS check
• Enhanced weekend rates
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefits programme access
• Free uniform

What You’ll Need

• Experience as a Cook in a professional kitchen environment (preferably a care home setting)
• Strong knowledge of specialist diets, allergens, and food safety
• Valid Food Hygiene Certificate
• Ability to manage workload independently and maintain standards

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook meals in line with dietary requirements and care plans
• Plan menus that meet nutritional standards and resident preferences
• Manage food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance at all times
• Maintain stock control and kitchen organisation
• Deliver a consistent, high-quality dining experience for residents

Reference: WILL224895/MW

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