Care Home Cook: Nutritious Meals & Heartfelt Care

Excelcare Holdings; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank hols

Free on-site parking

Enhancement to pay on bank holidays

Refer a Friend £500

DBS certificate paid

Comprehensive induction programme

Funded qualifications via Apprenticesh

Paid uniform

Employee of the month £100

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Excelcare Holdings is seeking an experienced Cook to join Primrose Croft Care Home in Cambridge. You will prepare nutritious meals, follow dietary requirements, and work closely with the Home Manager to manage stock within budget.

As part of a compassionate team, you will support residents with meals and promote independence while adhering to Health & Safety and Food Hygiene standards. The role is 28 hours per week, with shifts 7am–2pm, and requires weekend work on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience of cooking for large numbers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Awareness of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals using fresh ingredients.
• Schedule weekly meal menus including dietary requirements.
• Order stock with budgetary considerations.
• Ensure meal plans align with individual support plans and risk assessments.
• Maintain kitchen quality assurance and supervise staff.

Skills

Experience cooking for large numbers

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in catering and hospitality

Job description

Excelcare Holdings is seeking an experienced Cook to join Primrose Croft Care Home in Cambridge. You will prepare nutritious meals, follow dietary requirements, and work closely with the Home Manager to manage stock within budget.

As part of a compassionate team, you will support residents with meals and promote independence while adhering to Health & Safety and Food Hygiene standards. The role is 28 hours per week, with shifts 7am–2pm, and requires weekend work on a rotating schedule.