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Nurse Seekers; Ewerby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

DBS check fully paid for

Low-cost meals while working

Job summary

Nurse Seekers is seeking a skilled Cook for a residential care home in Ewerby, Sleaford. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents, staff and visitors, and play a key role in daily mealtimes and wellbeing.

The role requires a Level 3 catering qualification (or progress towards one) and at least two years of catering experience, with a focus on dietary needs and hygiene. Join a supportive team and enjoy development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Catering qualification or working towards one.
• 2+ years of catering experience.
• Experience preparing meals for dietary requirements.
• Strong food hygiene and safety understanding.
• Organised with good time management.
• Team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks.
• Follow menus with plenty of choice for residents.
• Cater to dietary requirements and preferences.
• Maintain food hygiene and safety standards.
• Order ingredients and manage supplies.
• Monitor costs and stay within budgets.
• Collaborate with the care team to meet residents' needs.
• Create a welcoming mealtime environment.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Time management

Food hygiene

Education

A Level 3 Catering qualification

Job description

Cook - Residential Care Home

Location: Ewerby, Sleaford

Salary: £14.47 per hour + incentives

Hours: Full-time, permanent | Alternate weekends

Are you passionate about good food and making a difference?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Cook to join a welcoming residential care home in Ewerby, Sleaford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in preparing fresh, nutritious and enjoyable meals and wants to see the direct difference their work makes to residents every day.

You'll be responsible for delivering a high-quality catering service for residents, visitors and staff, while ensuring meals are nutritious, varied and prepared to a high standard.

What's on offer?

• £14.47 per hour + additional incentives
• Full-time, permanent position
• 8:00am - 4:00pm shifts
• 3-4 shifts per week
• Alternate weekend working
• 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Fully funded training and development opportunities
• Financial rewards for completing relevant qualifications
• Low-cost meals while working
• Additional incentives for short-notice shifts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• DBS check fully paid for

About the Role

As a Care Home Cook, you'll play an important part in creating a positive dining experience for residents. Food is a big part of daily life in a care setting, and you'll have the opportunity to make mealtimes something residents genuinely look forward to.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals and snacks throughout the day.
• Following menus while ensuring residents have plenty of choice.
• Catering for individual dietary requirements and preferences.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety.
• Ordering ingredients and ensuring food supplies are maintained.
• Monitoring food costs and working within agreed budgets.
• Working alongside the wider care team to ensure residents' needs are met.
• Helping to create a welcoming and enjoyable mealtime environment.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about food and understands the importance of providing excellent catering within a care environment.

• A Level 3 Catering qualification, or be willing to work towards one.
• At least 2 years' catering experience, ideally within a busy environment.
• Experience preparing meals for a range of dietary requirements.
• A good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• A genuine passion for cooking and providing a high standard of service.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ideally, live within approximately 20 minutes of the home.

Why join?

This isn't simply a job in a kitchen. Your food will form an important part of residents' everyday lives, helping to maintain their wellbeing, independence and enjoyment.

You'll be joining a supportive environment where your contribution is valued, with opportunities to develop your skills and be recognised for the work you do.