Cook – Whetstone Grange

Midlands Care; Loughborough; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Pension scheme

Learning Academy

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site car parking

Free uniform

Job summary

Midlands Care is seeking a dedicated Cook for Whetstone Grange in Leicestershire. You will lead the catering service, plan menus with residents, and prepare meals that meet dietary needs while upholding safety and cleanliness standards.

The role requires previous kitchen experience, strong cooking skills for diverse diets, and a caring, resident-focused approach aligned with Midlands Care values. Training in food hygiene, health & safety, and dementia awareness is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within a care home or catering setting.
• Strong cooking ability for diverse dietary needs.
• Excellent planning, time-management and stock-handling skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Compassionate, resident-focused approach aligned with our values.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning with residents, Home Manager and kitchen team.
• Prepare, cook and serve meals to a high standard.
• Manage stock levels and place orders under supervision.
• Maintain a clean, compliant kitchen following regulations.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report faults.
• Support residents’ wellbeing through catering.
• Engage in ongoing training and development.

Skills

Chef/Cook experience

Culinary skills

Organisation

Food safety

Dementia awareness

Job description

# Cook – Whetstone Grange148 Enderby Road, Leicestershire LE8 6JJSeptember 29, 2026Full Time or Part TimeApply Now**Deadline date:**September 1, 2027£12.76 - £13.16 / hour### Job Description| | | | || --- | --- | --- | --- || | | | --- | | Cook – Whetstone Grange | | The Chef leads the care home’s catering service, preparing and serving nutritious, high‐quality meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. They ensure the kitchen operates safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with food hygiene regulations, while maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, organisation, and hospitality. **Key Responsibilities:** * Menu Planning: Work closely with residents, the Home Manager, and the kitchen team to create varied menus that meet individual dietary needs, preferences, and nutritional requirements. * Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve meals to a consistently high standard, ensuring excellent taste, presentation, and portion control. * Stock Control: Manage stock levels, place orders under the supervision of the manager, and ensure cost‐effective use of supplies. * Kitchen Management: Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen environment, following food hygiene and safety regulations at all times. * Equipment Care: Operate kitchen equipment safely, report faults immediately, and remove unsafe items from use. * Resident Welfare: Support the wellbeing of residents through safe, respectful, and person‐centred catering practices. * Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training, performance reviews, and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge. **Qualification and Skills:** * Experience: Previous experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within a care home or catering environment. * Culinary Skills: Strong cooking ability with confidence in preparing meals for diverse dietary needs, including special diets. * Organisation: Excellent planning, time‐management, and stock‐handling skills. * Food Safety Knowledge: Understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and equipment maintenance. * Values & Attitude: A compassionate, resident‐focused approach aligned with our values of Togetherness, Positivity, and Compassion. * Training Commitment: Willingness to complete relevant training, including food hygiene, health & safety, and dementia awareness. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our residents and want to be part of a dedicated care team, we encourage you to apply. For more information about this role, please contact our Head Office on 0116 296 7744. **Strictly- Full right to work in the UK is required as we do not offer sponsorship.** | | | || **About Midlands Care** At Midlands Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support within our group of care homes throughout the Midlands. Certified as Investors in People (2024), we pride ourselves on our commitment to nurturing both our residents and our team members. Our core values – Togetherness, Positivity, and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all. Our priorities are centred around Customer, Colleague, and Community, reflecting our holistic approach towards all. We offer our employees a range of benefits designed to enhance their professional and personal lives: * Competitive rates of pay * Robust pension scheme * Our very own Learning Academy, which offers comprehensive development programmes and clinical training * Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your loved ones * Exceptional working environment * On-site car parking * Free uniform and badges * Access to thousands of online and high street discounts * Support from a highly qualified management team dedicated to helping you succeed and grow in your role * Proud promoters of our Diversity, Equality and Inclusion agenda Join Midlands Care and become part of a team that values togetherness, maintains a positive attitude, and approaches every task with compassion. |