Weekend Cook: Transform Lives at a Care Home (Sat/Sun)

Cygnet; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount saving

Strong career progression

Job summary

Cygnet Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to join the team at Cygnet Willow House. This 16-hour-a-week role covers Saturdays and Sundays, delivering nutritious meals and compassionate support to residents and staff.

You will liaise with nursing to meet dietary needs, ensure kitchen cleanliness, and supervise staff when required. A basic food hygiene certificate and professional attitude are essential for success. DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Experienced in care sector preferred.
• Holder of a basic food hygiene certificate.
• Polite and professional with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals for patients, staff and visitors.
• Liaise with nursing to meet dietary needs.
• Ensure kitchen and dining areas are clean and well maintained.
• Supervise kitchen staff when deputising for Head Chef.
• Maintain personal hygiene per Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations.
• Handle and store kitchen equipment per Cygnet procedures.
• Use chemicals in line with COSHH regulations.

Job description

Cygnet Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to join the team at Cygnet Willow House. This 16-hour-a-week role covers Saturdays and Sundays, delivering nutritious meals and compassionate support to residents and staff.

You will liaise with nursing to meet dietary needs, ensure kitchen cleanliness, and supervise staff when required. A basic food hygiene certificate and professional attitude are essential for success. DBS check will be required.