Job Introduction
Job Title: Residential Care Home Cook
Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week, mornings, evenings and weekends
Salary: £25,989 – £27,254
Location: Lincolnshire Secure Unit, Sleaford, Lincolnshire
Closing Date: Sunday 14 June 2026
Lincolnshire Secure Unit is a Secure Children's home in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, caring for children and young people aged 11 to 18 placed through the Youth Custody Service or for welfare reasons.
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.
About the Role
One full‑time position (37 hours per week) working mornings, evenings and weekends, with occasional additional hours to cover service needs.
Responsibilities
* Plan and prepare weekly menus for staff and young people.
* Prepare and understand healthy, varied, freshly made meals for a range of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, halal, gluten‑free and coeliac, as well as other specific needs.
* Keep accurate records and follow food hygiene standards.
* Maintain and undertake daily and weekly cleaning tasks within the kitchen area.
* Complete all mandatory LCC training.
About You
An integral part of the team, you will develop positive relationships with children and young people, understanding their individual needs with compassion and empathy.
All cooks must work within our core values: kindness, nurture, care, respect, empathy and compassion. You will receive necessary training and a full induction program.
Required attributes include:
* Enthusiastic
* Resilient
* Innovative
* Flexible
* Good team player
About Our Offer
* Mentorship and support from an experienced team.
* Comprehensive induction programme.
* Generous annual leave entitlement from day one.
* Access to a local government pension scheme, free parking on site, free DBS check, free uniform and wellbeing support services.
* Competitive salary £25,989 – £27,254.
Benefits
In addition to the above, you will enjoy a supportive work environment, opportunities for personal learning and growth to achieve professional standards of a Residential Care Home Cook.
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