Cook

Sandstone Care Group; Malton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care group in Malton is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their new manor park care home. You will play a vital role in preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs, ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene. Enjoy a range of benefits including free meals, uniform, bonuses for referrals, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free Meals*

Free DBS

Discounts on the high street

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Flexible pay options

Free wellbeing programme

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training opportunities

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook, ideally in care or hospitality.
• Knowledge of food hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary requirements.
• Maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Assist with food storage and stock control.

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Teamwork

Independent working

Caring approach

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

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• Hours: Full Time and Part Time available
• Start Date: Early September (exact date TBC)
• Shift Pattern: To be confirmed. Full flexibility required, including availability for both weekday and weekend shifts.

Opening in mid-September in the heart of Malton, Manor Park Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built facility offering high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. As part of the Sandstone Care Group, we are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel at home and staff feel proud to work.

We are now looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook to join our kitchen team and help deliver nutritious, well-balanced meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents.

Key Responsibilities.

As a Cook, you will assist in preparing and serving meals that are both nutritious and enjoyable, catering to a variety of dietary needs. Working closely with the Head Chef and care team, you’ll ensure that every meal is made with care, quality, and attention to detail.

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure food is presented attractively and served at the correct temperature.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.
• Support with stock control, food storage, and kitchen organisation.
• Follow food safety regulations and internal policies.
• Build positive relationships with residents, taking into account their preferences and feedback.

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:

• Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.
• Discounts on the high street* - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus
• Flexible pay* - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
• Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health
• Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
• In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities - The chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role

*Overtime is paid for working over fulltime hours. Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me’ app. Flexible pay is available via ‘WAGESTREAM’.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Cook, ideally in a care home, healthcare, or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A caring, respectful approach to working in a care environment.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends.

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We aim for diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.