Cook

St Philips Care; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care provider in North Kesteven is seeking an experienced Cook to join their team at The Grove Skellingthorpe. The ideal candidate will produce high-quality meals and support residents with nutrition. Responsibilities include meal preparation, adhering to hygiene standards, and being part of a supportive, inclusive team. Flexibility in work hours and opportunities for training are available.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Opportunities to gain further qualifications

Paid induction and training

Flexible work opportunities

Rewards scheme for staff

Qualifications

• Experience in a care, hospital, or commercial kitchen setting preferred.
• Good verbal and written skills are essential.
• Ability to relate to residents in a kind and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene at all times.
• Report any catering issues to the Care Centre Manager.

Skills

Catering

Food Hygiene

Communication

Relating to residents

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering

Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

Cook - The Grove Skellingthorpe

13 hours available. We are recruiting for a reliable and experienced cook to join our busy kitchen and team. A person who has high standards in quality and presentation, delivering the very best nutritional meals. You would be able to work within budgets as set by the home manager. At The Grove Skellingthorpe Care Centre our residents prefer good old fashioned home cooking (for example: Sunday Roasts; puddings such as jam sponge or crumble with custard).

For birthdays we make a special effort to celebrate, so our Cooks and KA's make a range of cakes and sponges for these special occasions. If you have a passion for cooking and a passion for the elderly and would like to join a supportive and inclusive team then this could be the role for you! The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS / PVG check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• Work in accordance with the home’s policies.
• Carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times.
• Use resources effectively and order food.
• Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Care Centre Manager.
• Attend mandatory and in‑house training as required.
• Understand COSHH.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene records as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum qualification NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering, Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate.
• Knowledge of textured and modified diets.
• Experience in a care, hospital or commercial kitchen setting would be advantageous but not essential as full training can be provided.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Ability to relate to residents in a kind and courteous manner.

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment.
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!”
• 4-weekly pay periods.
• Full training given; paid induction and shadow shifts.
• E‑Learning incentive scheme; paid holiday.
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
• Rewards scheme for all staff; refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.
• To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK.
• The chance to change lives.