Nursing Home Cook – Head Cook

Monarch Healthcare; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Burton upon Trent is seeking a Head Cook to join their team at a nursing and residential home. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of meals, ensuring dietary requirements are met, and leading the kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have a Food/Hygiene Certificate and a passion for cooking. Benefits include on-site parking and complimentary meals. This position is essential to enhance the quality of life for residents.

Benefits

On-site parking

Complimentary meal on shifts longer than hours

Staff referral scheme

Weeks of annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Passionate about cooking and providing quality meals.
• Experience in working in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to maintain records of food supplies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook hot and cold meals considering dietary requirements.
• Provide leadership and support to the kitchen staff.
• Maintain accurate records of food supplies and deliveries.
• Plan or contribute to menus with a focus on fresh ingredients.
• Ensure cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Ability to work on own initiative

Education

Food / Hygiene Certificate

Job description

We are recruiting for a Head Cook to join our team at Poplars Nursing and Residential Home, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and individuals living with dementia.

Position Details

• Hours: 4 shifts per week, shift times 05:30 to 15:30
• Rate of pay: £ per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Schedule: Rota basis, including weekends and some bank holidays
• Location: DE13 (Please consider travel times, especially on weekends)

We are looking to speak with people who are passionate about cooking and providing a range of quality meals for the people who live within the care and nursing home. We will look to you to prepare and cook, hot and cold meals, taking into consideration dietary requirements and individual preferences. You will also provide leadership and support to the kitchen staff team.

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
• Stock rotation
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned, well maintained, and stored appropriately
• Ensure the cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas are carried out effectively

Required

• Food / Hygiene Certificate
• Good communication skills
• Team player
• Ability to work on own initiative.

What We Offer

• On-site parking
• Complimentary meal on shifts longer than hours (set menu)
• Staff referral scheme
• weeks of annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Supportive work environment

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about cooking and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. 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.