Cook - Bank contract

NHS Jobs; Fareham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000

Funded training up to QCF Level 5

Blue Light discounts & company pension

On-demand pay

Job summary

Agincare is seeking a Chef for a care home in Fareham to prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents’ needs and create enjoyable dining experiences. The role includes planning daily menus, supporting kitchen operations, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and presentation.

This bank/zero-hour contract offers £13.30 per hour, evenings free, every other weekend off, and opportunities for funded training up to QCF Level 5. On-demand pay and pension benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable).
• Bank/zero-hour contract.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

IDDSI knowledge (desirable)

Education

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Package Description

Love cooking and making people smile? Join Cordelia care home as a Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

• Whats on the menu for you £13.30 per hour
• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

What were looking for

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• This is a bank / zero hour contract

About the role

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Where youll be working

Click here to view the care home: Residential Care Home in Fareham, Hampshire | Agincare Care Quality Commission rating - Good

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers