Cook

Hometrust Care Ltd; Kendal; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Hometrust Care Ltd in Kendal is seeking a Part Time Cook to join our Residential Care Home, helping to prepare nutritious, tasty meals that meet residents' dietary needs.

The role emphasizes high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene, a passion for culinary excellence, and a warm, supportive approach to resident care. This is a part-time position based in the care home, with opportunities to make a positive impact on residents' daily lives.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a kitchen is essential.
• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking within a kitchen or restaurant setting.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices.
• Strong understanding of meal preparation techniques suitable for older adults’ dietary requirements.
• Previous experience working in a care home or similar environment is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude towards resident care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, delicious meals meeting residents’ dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Support residents with meal times and dietary preferences.
• Explain menu options clearly and work as part of a caring team.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Hygiene awareness

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Part Time Cook to join our dedicated team at our Residential Care Home in Kendal. This vital role involves preparing nutritious, delicious meals that meet residents’ dietary needs while maintaining high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on our residents’ daily lives.

Experience of working in a Kitchen is essential, as is a keen attitude and willingness to learn.Proven experience in food preparation and cooking within a kitchen or restaurant settingKnowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practicesStrong understanding of meal preparation techniques suitable for older adults’ dietary requirementsPrevious experience working in a care home or similar environment is desirable but not essentialExcellent communication skills and a positive attitude towards resident care