Bank Cook

Agincare; Charlton Kings; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £14.60

Refer-a-friend bonus

Training up to QCF5

Company pension

On-demand pay

Evenings off & every other weekend

Blue Light discounts

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a Bank Cook for Grevill House in Cheltenham. Prepare nutritious meals, tailor menus to residents, and create engaging dining experiences while maintaining high hygiene standards.

The role offers flexibility as a bank position with evening free time, every other weekend off, and development opportunities, including funded training up to QCF Level 5.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).
• This is a bank role; you must be flexible to work as and when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

IDDSI knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

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Join Grevill House as a Bank Cook and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents’ days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

What’s on the menu for you

• £14.60 per hour
• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a care home setting
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• This is a bank role, meaning you must be flexible to work as and when required
• Please note this is a zero hour contract

About the role:

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

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 country’s 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.

If this particular role isn’t the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers