Cook - Part Time

PrimeLife Ltd; Kirton in Lindsey; On-site; GBP 182,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded DBS

Holiday Pay scheme

Refer a Friend £250 bonus

Learning and progression support

Job summary

Prime Life is seeking a dedicated Cook for Lowfield House Residential Home in Kirton in Lindsey. The role involves preparing meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and ensuring safe food handling in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Ideally you will hold a Food Hygiene/Catering qualification, but Prime Life will support training. The role offers progression opportunities and DBS funding, with a competitive hourly rate and a Refer a Friend scheme.

Qualifications

• Genuine caring nature and desire to make a difference for residents.
• Experience as a cook preferred, with training provided by Prime Life.
• Food hygiene/catering qualification supported if not held currently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals, snacks and beverages per residents’ dietary needs.
• Conduct quality checks on food and storage.
• Plan menus based on residents’ preferences and requirements.
• Assist with food service for dignified dining experiences.
• Maintain stock records and ensure food safety compliance.
• Order stock and keep records up to date.
• Keep kitchen clean and assist with deep cleaning tasks.

Skills

Food Hygiene

Catering

Education

Food Hygiene/Catering qualification

Job description

Make a difference every day and give back to your community! This role will be based at Lowfield House Residential Home, in Kirton in Lindsey. The home has been specially designed to cater to the every need of 21 residents, living with a range of learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health conditions that require dignified support from our caring team. It is essential that candidates for this role are therefore patient, understanding and respectful of our resident’s individual abilities.

Benefits of becoming our Cook:

• Hourly rates of pay ranging from £13.32 to £13.85 per hour dependent upon qualification level
• Opportunities to learn and progress with the support of our dedicated Quality Matters team
• Fully funded DBS
• Comprehensive Holiday Pay scheme that rewards you for your commitment to care
• Fantastic Refer a Friend scheme, offering up to £250 per successful candidate!

Responsibilities of our Cook include:

• Preparing meals, snacks and beverages in line with our residents’ dietary requirements
• Undertaking quality checks on food prepared and food being stored
• Planning menus in line with the preferences and requirements of our residents
• Assisting with food service to allow our residents a dignified dining experience
• Maintaining stock records in line with company policy and food safety regulations
• Ordering stock and maintaining accurate records
• Maintaining a hygienic and tidy kitchen and supporting with deep cleaning tasks

What we’re looking for in our Cook:

To be successful within this role, you will have a genuine caring nature and a desire to make a real difference for our residents. You will be an experienced Cook, ideally holding a Food Hygiene and/or Catering qualification, though this is not essential as Prime Life can support you with the training necessary for this role.

If you feel have the skills and experience to become our Cook