Cook - Gravesend

Care Concern Group; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Mayflower Care Home in Gravesend is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents with a focus on dietary needs, presentation and hygiene.

You will work as part of a supportive kitchen team on a consistent rota with no late evenings or split shifts, providing a reliable work-life balance and ongoing training opportunities.

The role offers a 37.5 hour week, weekend work on a rolling rota, and benefits including DBS, pension and uniform.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or food preparation role.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Tailor meals to individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensure presentation, hygiene and food safety standards are maintained.
• Support menu planning and kitchen operations with the team.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Mayflower Care Home is set across three dedicated floors, each tailored to residents individual needs. The ground floor supports general nursing needs and people living with later-stage dementia. The second floor provides enhanced support for residents who may experience more challenging behaviours, including increased 1:1 time where required. The top floor supports a mix of dementia and mental health needs, caring for residents who may present with more complex, advanced challenges.

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Experience in a kitchen or food preparation role
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A positive and reliable approach
  Mayflower Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.
• 14.04 per hour
• Contracted to 37.5 hours per week rolling rota, including weekends.
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based a full time contract)

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share this values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.

No late evenings or split shifts, offering a consistent working pattern and genuine work life balance, alongside ongoing training and development opportunities. Role Overview As Cook, you will play an important role in preparing and delivering high quality, nutritious meals that support wellbeing and enhance daily life. This is a rewarding position where your cooking brings comfort, routine and enjoyment to those you support. You will prepare and serve meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring high standards of presentation, hygiene and food safety are maintained at all times. Working with fresh ingredients, you will support menu planning and contribute to a varied and balanced dining experience. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. With no late evenings or split shifts, this role offers a consistent routine and strong work life balance while still allowing you to take pride in delivering quality food every day.