Cook – Join Our Luxury, Modern, Purpose-Built Residential Dementia Care Home
Location: Priority Care Home, Bradford
Hours: Full-time, flexible rota
Pay: Competitive (with opportunities for overtime)
Why Join Us?
At Priority Care Home, we look after 37 residents aged 65 and over in a luxury, modern, purpose-built residential dementia care home. Our catering team plays a vital role in residents' wellbeing by providing delicious, nutritious, and varied meals every day.
As our Cook, you'll lead the kitchen, plan creative menus, and ensure residents enjoy meals that support both their health and happiness. This is a rewarding role where your skills will directly enhance residents' quality of life.
What We're Looking For:
We welcome applications from candidates with a passion for cooking and care.
Preferred (but not essential):
* At least one year of catering experience, ideally in a care or healthcare setting.
* Knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, and C.O.S.H.H. regulations.
If you don't have formal qualifications, we'll support you with training and development.
Your Role:
* Manage the kitchen on a day-to-day basis, ensuring smooth service.
* Plan, prepare, and serve varied, interesting, and nutritious menus.
* Cater for residents' individual dietary needs and preferences.
* Order and manage stock within budget.
* Maintain hygiene, safety, and cleaning standards in line with regulations.
* Keep accurate records for CQC and Environmental Health requirements.
* Work collaboratively with managers and staff to support residents' wellbeing.
* Ensure all kitchen operations reflect best practice and due diligence.
What We Offer:
* A supportive and welcoming team environment.
* Opportunities for professional training and career development.
* Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance.
* The chance to make a genuine difference in residents' daily lives.
Apply Now
If you're enthusiastic about cooking and want a role where your meals will truly matter, apply today to join us as a Cook at Priority Care Home.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 28 – 38 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person