Are you looking for a chef role with more sociable hours? Do you have a passion for cooking? Whilst experience is preferred if you have a passion then we can provide the training.

We are looking for someone who is positive, enthusiastic and compassionate to join our team at care home that provides a home to those with diagnosed with mental health condition or dementia.

As a cook, your main responsibilities will be:

• To prepare nutritious and appetising food for our residents. This will include breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
• To prepare a four-weekly rotating menu based on the residents’ preferences and update it in line with standards. This will include options of a cooked breakfast, two different main options for lunch with fresh vegetables, and desserts.
• To ensure all food hygiene guidelines are followed and any issues are raised promptly. This includes daily and deep cleaning, ensuring food is stored and dated correctly, and keeping accurate records.
• To ensure all food orders are placed in adequate time while working under an agreed budget.
• To meet any dietary requirements necessary, such as allergies, sensitivities, and nutritional needs.
• To always comply with the home’s guidelines and policies.
• To report to the home manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a service user.
• To do any other duties that may be reasonably expected of you.

We are passionate about what we do and believe that if we take care of our staff, they are then best placed to take care of our service users. We offer qualifications relevant to your position as well as NVQs in Care all the way up to a Nursing Degree.

Some other benefits of working with us include:

• A TechScheme and CycleSheme
• An Employee Assistance Program which offers free counselling, legal advice, health tips, and more
• Employee of the Month

Pay begins at £10.65/hour for weekdays. Our pay rates are based on NVQ levels so the more qualified you get, the more you get paid. And the good news is we can offer free, on the job training

We are looking for someone to work every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8-6. Experience is required. More hours may be available if required.

If you are ready to join our amazing team, please apply with your CV and some dates you would be available for an interview.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From £11.70 per hour

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Cooks: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person