Compassionate Cook/Chef for Nutritious, Comforting Meals

Clarendon Care Group; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foresters Nursing Home in Walton Pool Lane, Clent, Stourbridge seeks a dedicated Cook/Chef to prepare wholesome meals for residents, following rotating menus and ensuring high quality and consistency.

You will work full-time at £13.00 per hour, with induction, training and ongoing development. A Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate and experience in a care-home kitchen are preferred.

Join a supportive team and contribute to meals that make every day meaningful for residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• A Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification.
• Understanding of safe food handling, allergen management and dietary requirements.
• Good organisation, teamwork and communication.
• Friendly, compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wholesome meals from fresh ingredients following rotating menus.
• Bake cakes, biscuits and desserts for residents' enjoyment.
• Cater for dietary needs and textures with the care team.
• Keep food safety records and temperature checks up to date.
• Organise stock and support kitchen assistants in daily tasks.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and well organised.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Food hygiene certificate

Allergen management

Teamwork and communication

Organisation

Job description

The Foresters Nursing Home in Walton Pool Lane, Clent, Stourbridge seeks a dedicated Cook/Chef to prepare wholesome meals for residents, following rotating menus and ensuring high quality and consistency.

You will work full-time at £13.00 per hour, with induction, training and ongoing development. A Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate and experience in a care-home kitchen are preferred.

Join a supportive team and contribute to meals that make every day meaningful for residents.