Halas Homes is a reputable residential care home dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for adults with learning disabilities. Our organisation is committed to enhancing the quaity of life for residents through personalised care, support and meaningful activities.
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate individual to join our team as a Cook.
As a Cook at Halas Homes, you will prepare nutritious, balanced meals for adults with learning disabilities, many of whom require modified-texture diets due to dysphagia. You will play an important role in supporting residents' health and wellbeing through safe, enjoyable food provision.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook meals in line with residents' individual dietary needs, including IDDSI texture-modified diets.
* Work closely with care staff, speech and language therapists, and dieticians to ensure safe and appropriate food.
* Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety (HACCP compliance).
* Support menu planning, stock rotation, and kitchen documentation.
* Ensure a welcoming, person-centred mealtime experience for residents.
Skills & Experience Required
* Experience as a cook, ideally within care or healthcare settings.
* Knowledge of dysphagia diets and texture modification.
* Food Hygiene & Safety certification (minimum Level 2).
* Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
Compassion, patience, and a values-driven approach.
The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to complete alternative tasks depending on the need of the service and the overall business objectives.
Halas Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.50-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Cooks: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person