Bank Cook

Agincare; Basildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend scheme

Outstanding career development

Fully funded training up to QCF level

Blue Light discount package & pension

On demand pay

Job summary

Agincare in the United Kingdom is seeking a Bank Cook to join our catering team. You will craft meals meeting individual dietary needs, create themed dining experiences, and contribute to daily menu planning while supporting the smooth running of the kitchen. This role emphasizes care, comfort, and high-quality food for residents.

The position offers opportunities for development, funded training up to QCF level 5, and a supportive team environment with flexible shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen and understanding of kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable).
• Bank Cook to cover a mix of shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Craft delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs.
• Create themed dining experiences to bring the home to life.
• Serve dishes that remind residents of home and comfort.
• Assist in daily menu planning and kitchen organisation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Kitchen operations knowledge

Dietary requirements knowledge

IDDSI framework awareness (desirable)

Job description

Bank Cook

Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile? Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? If so, this is the career for you!

We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, its about comfort, connection and care. As a chef with (add care home), youll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day.

Whats on the menu for you

• £13.97 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme earn up to £#####
• No evening shifts and every other weekend off
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light discount package & company pension scheme
• On demand pay

What is required from you?

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations
• Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable)
• Bank Cook to cover a mix of shifts as and when required

About the role

Whether its crafting delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs, creating themed dining experiences that bring the home to life, or simply serving a favourite dish that reminds someone of home, youll be making a real difference every day.

Using your culinary skills and food knowledge, youll help create daily menus, support the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times.

If youre passionate about great food, teamwork, and making a difference, wed love to welcome you to the Agincare family.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.