Weekend Cook

Sandstone Care Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home in Preston is seeking a dedicated Weekend Cook to prepare nutritious meals and enhance residents' dining experiences. This role offers a friendly and supportive work environment, alongside competitive benefits including free meals and training opportunities. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience and a commitment to high standards.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free Meals

Free DBS

Discounts on the high street

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Flexible pay options

Free wellbeing programme

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working in a professional kitchen, ideally in a care home.
• Passion for cooking fresh, home-style meals.
• Commitment to maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals.
• Support the kitchen team in food hygiene and safety.
• Assist with daily kitchen operations and stock management.

Skills

Cooking

Team-oriented

Communication

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification

Job description

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At Ribble Court Care Home, we’re redefining the care home experience with modern, high-quality facilities designed for both residents and staff. Our 53-bed home boasts state-of-the-art amenities, including a coffee shop/bistro, hair and nail salon, beautifully landscaped gardens, and separate dining and lounge areas. We provide exceptional nursing and residential dementia care, supported by advanced care planning and nurse-call technology.

We’re looking for a Weekend Cook who enjoys preparing hearty, home-cooked meals and takes pride in creating a positive dining experience for our residents. This is a great opportunity for someone with cooking experience who wants to work in a friendly, supportive environment.

As a Weekend Cook at Ribble Court, you will:

• Prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Support the kitchen team in maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Assist with daily kitchen operations, including food prep, service, and cleaning.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure smooth service and consistent quality.
• Help manage stock levels, minimise waste, and ensure timely ordering of ingredients.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and enhance their dining experience.

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:

• Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.
• Discounts on the high street* - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus
• Flexible pay* - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
• Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health
• Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
• In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities - The chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role

*Overtime is paid for working over fulltime hours. Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me’ app. Flexible pay is available via ‘WAGESTREAM’.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working in a professional kitchen, ideally in a care home or similar setting.
• A passion for cooking fresh, home-style meals to a high standard.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and strong communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to obtain).
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.