Cook

Job summary

We are looking for a dedicated, reliable, and enthusiastic Cook to join our team at Coton House. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals and understands the important role good food plays in health and wellbeing.

Coton House is a welcoming 24-bed residential care home in Wolverhampton (WV4), providing specialist care and support for older adults and people living with dementia. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, homely environment where residents receive high-quality care and enjoy freshly prepared meals tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

Whether you are an experienced Cook looking for a new opportunity or someone with a background in catering who would like to make a meaningful difference in a care setting, we would love to hear from you.

Position Details:

• Hours: 25 hours per week

• Shift times: 07:00-13:45 and 15:30–17:30

• Rate of pay: £13.00 per hour

• Schedule: Rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays

• Location: Wolverhampton, WV4

We are looking to speak with applicants that are passionate about cooking and providing a range of quality meals for the people who live within the care home. We will look to you to prepare and cook, hot and cold meals, taking into consideration dietary requirements and individual preferences.  

Further responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Maintain accurate records of food supplies and deliveries

• Plan or contribute to menus with a focus on fresh ingredients and balanced nutrition

• Stock rotation

• Ensure all equipment is cleaned, well maintained, and stored appropriately

• Ensure the cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas are carried out effectively

Required:

• Food / Hygiene Certificate

• Good communication skills

• Team player

• Ability to work on own initiative.

How to Apply: If you're passionate about cooking and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter.

Cover letter:  To help us consider travel times, please let us know your method of travel to work, and note your preferred contact availability. We are unable to offer sponsorship, if applicable, please note your current visa type.

All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact those shortlisted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in joining our team.