Cook

Job summary

Cook Catering and Hospitality - Trinity House Care Home Contract:Full TimeSalary:£13.52 Per HourShift Type:DaysContracted hours:40

Trinity House Care Home is a modern, purpose-built home, decorated and equipped to the highest standard. We provide Residential, Nursing, Respite, and Dementia care for up to 55 residents, creating a warm and welcoming environment where residents feel truly at home.

We are now looking for a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team and play a key part in delivering delicious, nutritious meals that bring comfort and enjoyment to our residents every day.

What We Offer

• £13.52 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Pension scheme
• Paid PVG, free uniform, and onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

What You Will Do
As Cook, you will prepare and cook high-quality hot and cold meals, taking into account residents’ dietary needs and preferences. You will work closely with the Head Chef on menu planning, ensuring meals are nutritious, balanced, and varied. You will take responsibility for day-to-day kitchen management, including stock rotation, ordering supplies, and maintaining food safety records, while ensuring the kitchen and dining areas remain clean and hygienic at all times.

Your role will be about more than just food preparation — you’ll help create a welcoming dining experience that contributes to residents’ wellbeing and enjoyment of daily life.

What We’re Looking For

• Culinary qualification (City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent – achieved or working towards)
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (essential)
• Experience preparing meals for different dietary needs
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and step up when the Head Chef is not available
• Previous experience in a care environment is an advantage but not essential

About Us
Trinity House Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.