Cook - Leatherland Lodge - Thurrock

TN United Kingdom; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Cook to join their Hospitality team. This role offers the chance to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a supportive environment without the burden of split shifts. The ideal candidate will possess relevant catering experience and a commitment to high standards in food preparation. You will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive nutritious meals tailored to their needs while maintaining a safe and efficient kitchen. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to quality care and employee development.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Discount Schemes

Qualifications

• Relevant catering experience and NVQ Level 2 or equivalent required.
• Understanding of dietary and nutritional requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards in food preparation for residents' well-being.
• Prepare meals according to menu and company requirements.

Skills

Catering Experience

Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Dietary Requirements Understanding

Education

NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Equivalent

Job description

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Cook - Leatherland Lodge - Thurrock, Thurrock

**Client:**

Runwood Homes

**Location:**

Thurrock, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

401709656fdb

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Cook

Hours: 30 hours per week - Thursdays, Fridays, and alternate weekends - Shift time (07:00am-05:00pm)

Runwood Homes is one of the UK’s largest residential elderly care providers, recently ranked in the top 20 care home groups in the UK. The Group operates 76 homes in England and Northern Ireland under three brands: Runwood Senior Living, Sanders Senior Living, and Kathryn Homes (Northern Ireland only).

We invest heavily in internal, external, and e-training programmes for our staff at all levels. Our reputation for providing innovative dementia care continues to grow.

We are currently recruiting a Cook to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Cook at Runwood Homes offers the opportunity to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long hours. We seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs driven by quality and high standards, to provide person-centered hospitality to our residents. At Runwood Homes, we foster an open, honest, and supportive environment where quality of care is paramount.

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain high standards in all stages of food preparation to ensure residents' well-being.
• Prepare and serve meals according to the menu and company requirements.
• Comply with Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations (England & Northern Ireland).
• Ensure meals are presented well and taste excellent.
• Maintain portion control to minimize waste.
• Meet individual dietary requirements (e.g., high calorie, low sugar) by following appropriate recipes or adapting dishes.
• Maintain systems and checks for a safe, healthy, and efficient working environment.
• Store food and items correctly.
• Monitor stock levels, rotate stock effectively, and place orders as needed.
• Deputize for the Head Chef when required.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Relevant catering experience
• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds equivalent
• Team player
• Understanding of dietary and nutritional requirements and methods to meet them
• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
• Effective communication skills at all levels
• Satisfactory police check and ISA list check (if applicable)
• Basic understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme offering support and counselling
• Discount schemes through various programs