Chef / Cook (Bank)

Hilltop Lodge Nursing Home; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming care home in Wednesbury is seeking a passionate Cook/Chef to provide high-quality meals for elderly residents. The role offers flexible shifts, starting at £13 per hour, with opportunities for professional development and a friendly working environment. Ideal candidates should be reliable, organized, and good team players. Experience in a care home is appreciated but not required.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Free on-site parking

E-Learning Bonus

Refer a Friend Bonus

Supportive working environment

Additional staff benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home or similar setting is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exciting, seasonal menus for residents' dining experience.
• Adapt meals to individual resident needs.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong team player

Reliable and organised

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible and adaptable

Job description

Hilltop Lodge is a welcoming care home dedicated to providing high-quality care and comfort for our elderly residents. We are currently seeking a passionate and reliable Cook/Chef to help deliver exciting, seasonal menus that bring variety and enjoyment to our residents' dining experience.

About the Role:

• Flexible shifts
• Shift hours: 6:30am - 4.30pm
• Starting salary: £13 per hour, negotiable depending on experience
• Enhanced overtime rates available for additional shifts

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in a care home or similar setting is desirable but not essential
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• A strong team player who works well with others
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well under pressureli>
• Flexible and able to adapt to individual resident needs
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and qualifications

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Free on-site parking
• E-Learning Bonus and Refer a Friend Bonus
• Supportive, friendly working environment
• Plus additional staff benefits

If you take pride in creating nutritious, homely meals and want to be part of a caring team that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.