Care Home Cook - Cedar House

Accomplish; Neath; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave incl. 8 public/

Enhanced DBS paid

Circle membership

NEST Pension

£500 referral bonus

Paid induction

Job summary

Keys Group's Cedar House in Bryncoch, Neath is seeking an experienced care home cook to prepare 40–50 meals daily, catering for special diets with dignity and respect.

You will manage kitchen supplies, order food, handle budgets, and ensure COSHH and HACCP paperwork is completed, while supporting residents with meal choices based on individual preferences.

Experience with puree meals and swallowing difficulties is advantageous; join a team that values quality, safety and person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for care settings or similar environments.
• Ability to prepare meals for mixed dietary requirements and textures.
• Familiarity with COSHH and HACCP paperwork and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cook 40–50 meals per day.
• Create menus with residents and accommodate dietary preferences.
• Manage kitchen supplies and maintain equipment.
• Order food and manage budget.
• Complete COSHH and HACCP paperwork and follow company policies.
• Support catering for special events and celebrations.

Skills

Cooking

Dietary needs knowledge

Budget management

Job description

Package Description JOB ROLE: Care Home Cook LOCATION: Bryncoch, Neath (SA10) SALARY: £14.05 - £14.75* per hour HOURS: 35 hours per week We are looking for an experienced cook to join our team at Cedar House cooking 40/50 meals per day and catering for any special dietary requirements or preferences, promoting choice, dignity and respect.

Experience of cooking pureed meals and for people with issues swallowing would be an advantage.

Cedar House supports up to 14 adults with Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Acquired Brain Injuries , as well as support with everyday living skills like shopping, cleaning and cooking our staff support people to have fun and make every day the best it can be for each person.

So are you ready to join a team who set the standard to make every day amazing, if so then you could be our next Superhero!

Key Responsibilities

Cooking 40 to 50 meals per day

Creating menus with the people we support and preparing meals.

You will get to know everybody and respond to any special dietary requirements or preferences, promoting choice, dignity and respect.

Managing the kitchen supplies, you will also be responsible for checking and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Ordering food supplies and managing a budget.

You will complete all necessary paperwork such as COSHH, HACPP, whilst adhering to company policies and procedures.

Occasionally, you will help cater for ad hoc special events.

Celebrations, summer BBQ’s and Christmas parties.

Why join us:

Annual Leave

• Enjoy
  5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.

DBS Check Paid

• Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.

Qualifications & Career Development

• Unlock your potential with our support!

We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.

Circle

• Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts.

From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.

• at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee NEST Pension Scheme
• Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay.

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience. £500 Referral Bonus

• Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.

Full Induction & Introductory Programme

• Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive.

Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview

please include details of your service on your CV.

all applicants must be over the age of 18 *Dependant on experience and qualifications AGL