Cook

Monarch Healthcare Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home provider in the UK is looking for a Cook to join their team at Autumn Grange Care Home. In this role, you will prepare and serve a variety of meals tailored to the dietary needs of residents, ensuring nutritional balance and quality. The ideal candidate should have experience in kitchen management and meal preparation. This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Annual awards and recognition

Free on-site parking

Complimentary meals for long shifts

Staff referral scheme

5.6 weeks of annual leave

Pension scheme

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and serving meals.
• Able to adhere to dietary restrictions and nutritional standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for residents.
• Maintain food supply records.
• Plan menus focusing on fresh ingredients.
• Manage stock rotation.
• Ensure cleanliness of the kitchen.

Skills

Meal preparation

Nutritional knowledge

Stock management

Team collaboration

Job description

Join Monarch Healthcare as a Cook at Autumn Grange Care Home, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and individuals living with dementia. Autumn Grange is a bright and spacious, purpose-built care home in Creswell (S80), offering a welcoming environment and a chance to be part of a dedicated care team.

Position Details:

• Pay Rate: up to £14 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• Shifts: 7am–3pm, 3 days per week
• Schedule: Rota basis, including alternate weekends and some bank holidays
• Location: Linden Road, Creswell, S80 (Please consider travel times, especially on weekends)
• CQC Rating: Good

Key Responsibilities:

As a Cook, your role is to prepare and serve a variety of nutritious, well-balanced meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Your key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accurate food supply records
• Plan or contribute to menus with a focus on fresh ingredients and balanced nutrition
• Supporting kitchen staff
• Managing stock rotation
• Ensuring kitchen equipment is cleaned and properly maintained
• Overseeing the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas

What We Offer:

• Annual Monarch Healthcare awards and recognition event
• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary meal on shifts longer than 7.5 hours (set menu)
• Staff referral scheme
• 5.6 weeks of annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Supportive work environment with ongoing training

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about cooking and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact those shortlisted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in joining our team.