About the role
Care Home Cook
Location: [Insert Location]
Hours: 4 days per week plus alternate a Saturday or a Sunday
Contract: Permanent
We are looking for a reliable and passionate Cook to join our friendly care home team.
This is a rewarding role where you will play an important part in enhancing the wellbeing of our residents by providing nutritious, home-cooked meals in a warm and welcoming environment.
The Role
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Prepare and cook fresh, balanced meals for residents
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Plan menus in line with dietary requirements and nutritional guidelines
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Cater for specialist diets (e.g. soft diets, diabetic, allergies)
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Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
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Manage stock, rotation and ordering of supplies
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Work closely with care staff to ensure residents’ needs and preferences are met
About You
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Previous experience as a cook (care home or catering environment desirable)
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Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene preferred)
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Understanding of dietary requirements for older people
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Organised, reliable and able to work independently
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Friendly, patient and compassionate approach
What We Offer
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Supportive and welcoming team environment
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Consistent working pattern
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents’ daily lives
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Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
If you enjoy cooking and want to work in a role where your food truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you
How to apply
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