Cook - KB - Burton on Trent

RDCP Care; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kings Bromley Care Home in Burton-on-Trent is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents. You will plan and cook hot and cold dishes, tailor menus to dietary needs, and help maintain high standards of nutrition and quality.

We value an hands-on cook with experience in care settings, familiar with texture-modified meals, allergens, and ageing nutrition. The role requires weekend and bank holiday shifts and includes DBS checks and references.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Cook in a care home, nursing home or similar setting
• A hands-on approach, with the ability to prepare, cook, serve meals, and assist with clearing and cleaning as required
• Good knowledge of nutrition for older people, including special diets, allergens, and texture-modified meals

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook hot and cold meals, taking dietary requirements and individual preferences into account
• Maintain accurate records of food supplies and deliveries
• Plan or contribute to menus with a focus on fresh ingredients and balanced nutrition
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned, well maintained, and stored appropriately
• Ensure the cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas are carried out effectively

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Nutrition knowledge

Dietary requirements

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated, reliable, and experienced Cook to join our team at Kings Bromley Care Home. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals and understands the important role good food plays in health and wellbeing.

Based in Kings Bromley, Burton-On-Trent, we provide care and nursing support for older adults and people living with dementia. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, homely environment where residents receive high-quality care and enjoy freshly prepared meals tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

Whether you are an experienced Care Home Cook looking for a new opportunity or someone with a background in catering who would like to make a meaningful difference in a care setting, we would love to hear from you.

Rate of pay: £13.25 per hour

Schedule: Rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays

We are looking to speak with applicants that are passionate about cooking and providing a range of quality meals for the people who live within the care home. We will look to you to prepare and cook, hot and cold meals, taking into consideration dietary requirements and individual preferences.

Further responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

Maintain accurate records of food supplies and deliveries

Plan or contribute to menus with a focus on fresh ingredients and balanced nutrition

Ensure all equipment is cleaned, well maintained, and stored appropriately

Ensure the cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas are carried out effectively

Required:

Experience working as a Cook in a care home, nursing home or similar setting

A hands-on approach, with the ability to prepare, cook, serve meals, and assist with clearing and cleaning as required

Good knowledge of nutrition for older people, including special diets, allergens, and texture-modified meals

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.

Experience working as a Cook in a care home, nursing home or similar setting