Community Care Cook – Weekend Shifts

Manchester Arndale; Camborne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream – on-demand pay

Hapi app discounts and perks

OCS Academy training and development

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is recruiting a part-time weekend cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals at Meneghy House, Camborne, Sat & Sun 12-6pm. You will help ensure quality, food safety and smooth kitchen operations in a supported residential setting for a government client.

The ideal candidate has City & Guilds 706/1/2 or NVQ equivalent (or Production Chef Level 2), understands food hygiene, and can work independently with reliability and a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK and willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• City & Guilds 706/1/2 or the NVQ equivalent OR production Chef Level 2
• Understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for your tasks
• A reliable, consistent and professional approach
• Confidence working in a structured environment with clear processes
• Good communication skills and a respectful, non-judgemental approach

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in line with planned menus, recipes and portion guidelines
• Ensure food is presented to a good standard, with a focus on quality and consistency
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety
• Manage stock levels, including basic ordering and minimising food waste
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of kitchen operations
• Follow all food safety, Health & Safety and site procedures at all times
• Contribute to a positive, respectful environment for both colleagues and residents

Skills

Cooking

Food hygiene

Stock management

Communication

Education

City & Guilds 706/1/2 or NVQ equivalent OR Production Chef Level 2

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is recruiting a part-time weekend cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals at Meneghy House, Camborne, Sat & Sun 12-6pm. You will help ensure quality, food safety and smooth kitchen operations in a supported residential setting for a government client.

The ideal candidate has City & Guilds 706/1/2 or NVQ equivalent (or Production Chef Level 2), understands food hygiene, and can work independently with reliability and a professional manner.