Cook - Bank contract

Agincare Weymouth; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part 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

Fulford Care & Nursing Home in Littlehampton is seeking a Bank Chef to prepare nutritious meals, themed menus, and create enjoyable dining experiences for residents. You will tailor meals to individual dietary needs, plan daily menus, and support kitchen operations while upholding high standards of hygiene and presentation.

The role offers a bank/zero-hour contract, £13.30 per hour, and funded training with career development up to QCF Level 5, plus benefits like Blue Light discounts and a

Qualifications

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

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

Dietary needs knowledge (IDDSI)

Job description

Love cooking and making people smile? Join Fulford care home as a (Bank) 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.

What's 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 we're 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 position 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 you'll be working

Fulford Care & Nursing Home, East St, Littlehampton BN17 6AJ

Care home: Fulford West Sussex Nursing Home | Littlehampton Care Home | Agincare

CQC rating: Fulford Care & Nursing Home - Care Quality Commission

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 country's 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.