Chef

Milkround; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Pension scheme

Incentives

Training & development

DBS paid

EAP

Meal discount

Job summary

Cook Residential Care Home in Ewerby, Sleaford is seeking an experienced Cook to join our caring team. You will provide high‑quality, nutritious meals for residents, visitors and staff, following menus and dietary requirements, and help create a welcoming mealtime environment.

The role is full‑time and permanent with 8:00am–4:00pm shifts, alternate weekends, and 28 days’ annual leave. We offer £14.47 per hour plus incentives, pension contributions, training and development, and DBS check paid.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Catering qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Minimum 2 years of catering experience, preferably in a busy environment.
• Experience preparing meals for various dietary requirements.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Passion for cooking and high service standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ideally live within ~20 minutes of the home.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals and snacks throughout the day.
• Follow menus and ensure residents have variety and choice.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety.
• Order ingredients and manage stock within budgets.
• Monitor food costs and support budget targets.
• Collaborate with the care team to meet residents' needs.
• Contribute to a welcoming, enjoyable mealtime environment.

Skills

Catering

Food Hygiene

Teamwork

Time Management

Dietary Requirements

Education

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.

Whats on offer?

• £14.47 per hour + additional incentives
• Full-time, permanent position
• 8:00am 4:00pm shifts
• 34 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.

Ideally, you will have:

• 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.

If you're an experienced Cook looking for a rewarding permanent position where your work genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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