Cook

Job summary

About Us:

We are a 36-bed residential care home in Sedgley, Dudley, providing high-quality care for elderly residents. We are currently seeking a dedicated Cook/Chef to prepare nutritious and well-balanced meals for our residents.

The Role:

As our Cook/Chef, you will be responsible for preparing delicious, home-cooked meals that cater to our residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Experience in a care home or similar environment is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

? Prepare high-quality, traditional meals tailored to residents' dietary requirements
? Ensure all food is prepared to a high standard while maintaining strict hygiene and safety regulations
? Maintain kitchen cleanliness, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards
? Keep accurate records of meals provided and report any dietary changes or concerns
? Report any defects in kitchen equipment to the Home Manager
? Work closely with the care team to support residents' nutritional needs

What We’re Looking For:

? Experience in cooking for large groups (preferably in a care home, school, or similar setting)
? Understanding of dietary requirements for the elderly, including soft diets and allergens
? Level 2 Food Hygiene & Level 2 Allergy Awareness certification (or willingness to obtain)
? A passion for creating nutritious and enjoyable meals for residents
? Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer:

? Competitive pay rates (including enhanced pay for bank holidays)
? Flexible working hours (Monday–Sunday, as per rota)
? Free training and career development opportunities
? Free uniform
? £100 referral bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person