Cook

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend and bank holiday enhancements

Job summary

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Cook for an Intermediate Care Home for older adults. Location: Tiled House. Salary: £26,016–£26,427 (pro-rata for 29 hours/week).

Permanent contract with enhancements for weekends and bank holidays. You will join a warm team and provide nutritious, home-cooked meals with attention to dietary needs. Responsibilities include planning and serving meals, managing kitchen operations in absence of the cook, and ensuring cleanliness, safety, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a care or healthcare setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation (Level 3 desirable).
• Knowledge of dietary needs for older adults and related health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals meeting residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• In absence of the cook in charge, manage kitchen operations, stock control, ordering supplies and safety standards.
• Support kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
• Liaise with Senior/Care staff to accommodate individual dietary requirements and special occasions.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Care experience

Dietary knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation (Level 3 desirable)

Job description

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council,

Job Opportunity: Cook – Intermediate Care Home for older adults

Location: Tiled House

Salary: £26,016 - £26,427 subject to pro-rata

Hours: 29 hours per week, (including alternative weekends and bank holidays)

Contract Type: Permanent

Enhancements paid for weekend and bank holiday shifts

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Cook to support the cook in charge to lead the kitchen team in our warm and welcoming Intermediate care home. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents by providing nutritious, home-cooked meals in a caring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious balanced meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• In the absence of the cook in charge, manage kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering supplies, and maintaining food safety standards.
• Support kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
• Liaise with Senior/Care staff to accommodate individual dietary requirements and special occasions.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.

About You

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a care or healthcare setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation or equivalent (Level 3 desirable).
• Knowledge of dietary needs for older adults and those with specific health conditions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A genuine passion for cooking and caring for others.

We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Pension scheme and other staff benefits.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Workplace Attendance: Working in the office 3+ days a week (pro-rata) or Onsite full time

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