Weekend Cook | Elderly Care Home

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Patcham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Referral bonus scheme (£200 on joining

£300 after 1 year (T&Cs apply)

Paid induction and training

Ongoing learning and development

Friendly and supportive working环境

Job summary

SDR is seeking a confident and experienced Cook for weekends at Patcham Nursing Home, Brighton. This permanent role offers 20 hours per week with Saturday and Sunday shifts, paying £14.35 per hour plus weekend enhancements.

You will prepare fresh, home-style meals for residents, support dietary needs, maintain hygiene, and help create a welcoming dining experience within a caring kitchen team. The role emphasizes independence, quality meals, and a positive impact on residents' daily life, with

Qualifications

• Previous professional Cook experience
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards
• Experience preparing meals independently
• Understanding of dietary requirements and modified diets
• Ability to manage weekend kitchen responsibilities confidently
• Experience working in a care home, healthcare or similar catering environment

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking fresh breakfasts, lunches and light evening meals
• Providing varied meal choices, desserts and home baking
• Catering for residents, visitors and staff
• Supporting individual dietary requirements and modified diets
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards
• Creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for residents

Skills

Cook

Food hygiene

Dietary requirements

Independent work

Job description

Location: Patcham Nursing Home, Brighton.
Salary: £14.35 per hour + weekend enhancements
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 20 hours per week - Saturday & Sunday shifts

Are you an experienced Cook looking for a rewarding weekend role where your skills make a real difference?

Patcham Nursing Home is looking for a confident and experienced Cook to take responsibility for our weekend catering service.

You will use your cooking skills to prepare fresh, nutritious, home-style meals for our residents, supporting their dietary needs, preferences and wellbeing.

We are a 30-bed family-run nursing home in Brighton, where food is an important part of daily life. Our kitchen team helps create comfort, routine and a true sense of home for our residents.

About the Role

This role is ideal for an experienced Cook who is confident working independently and understands the importance of providing high-quality meals in a care environment.

You will be responsible for:

Preparing and cooking fresh breakfasts, lunches and light evening meals

Providing varied meal choices, desserts and home baking

Catering for residents, visitors and staff

Supporting individual dietary requirements and modified diets

Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards

Creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for residents

Experience & Requirements

Previous professional Cook experience

Strong knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards

Experience preparing meals independently

Understanding of dietary requirements and modified diets- IDDSI

Ability to manage weekend kitchen responsibilities confidently

Experience working in a care home, healthcare or similar catering environment

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who takes pride in their cooking and understands the positive impact good food has on residents’ quality of life.

What We Offer

Permanent contract

Paid induction and training

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)

Employee referral bonus scheme: £200 on joining £300 after 1 year (T&Cs apply)

Friendly and supportive working environment

Our Values

At SDR, we are guided by: Kindness | Dignity & Respect | Calmness | Creativity | Responsibility

These values shape everything we do - from the care we provide to the meals we serve.

This role is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must have unrestricted right to work in the UK.

An enhanced DBS check will be required following a successful interview.

Early applications are encouraged as vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified.

SDR is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from Individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment.

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Screening Questions

• How do you see your personal values aligning with the values of our Company?
• What specific skills and experiences do you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position?
• Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship?
• Do you hold a current, valid UK driving licence?Please note: a valid UK driving licence is required for this position
• Do you have any questions for us, or further information you would like to provide us with?