Care Home Cook: Nutritious Meals, Real-Time Pay

Popular Care LTD; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexearn pay

Discounted stays

Food discounts

Spa discounts

Retail discounts

Recognition awards

Long-service awards

Referral rewards

Employee assistance

Pension plan

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Popular Care LTD is seeking a Cook to join our care home team, delivering nutritious, appetising meals to residents daily. You will follow established menus, present meals attractively, and help maintain high kitchen standards to support residents’ health and wellbeing.

We value previous experience in similar roles, knowledge of dietary requirements, and a Food Hygiene or Food Safety qualification. Benefits include real-time pay options, discounts, and recognition programs as part of our

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Knowledge of a range of dietary requirements is desirable.
• A Food Hygiene or Food Safety qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Menu preparation: Follow established menus to organise, prepare, and serve appetising, freshly made meals.
• Food quality: Ensure meals are well presented, nutritious, and enjoyable for residents.
• Cleanliness and safety: Maintain a clean kitchen environment and follow all relevant health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Food Hygiene knowledge

Dietary requirements awareness

Education

Food Hygiene or Food Safety qualification

Job description

Popular Care LTD is seeking a Cook to join our care home team, delivering nutritious, appetising meals to residents daily. You will follow established menus, present meals attractively, and help maintain high kitchen standards to support residents’ health and wellbeing.

We value previous experience in similar roles, knowledge of dietary requirements, and a Food Hygiene or Food Safety qualification. Benefits include real-time pay options, discounts, and recognition programs as part of our