Cook

Monarchhealthcare; Waingroves; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Ripley seeks a Cook to join their team at Woodlands Care Home. The role involves preparing quality meals, maintaining food records, and ensuring hygiene standards. Applicants should be passionate about cooking and able to work in a supportive environment. Benefits include free parking, meals on long shifts, and annual leave.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Complimentary meal on shifts longer than 7.5 hours

5.6 weeks of annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and food preparation.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of food supplies and deliveries.
• Plan or contribute to menus focusing on fresh ingredients.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately.
• Ensure kitchen and dining area cleaning is effective.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Ability to prepare hot and cold meals

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Job description

We are recruiting for a Cookto join our team at Woodlands Care Home, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and individuals living with dementia.

• Rate of pay: £12.46 per hour
• Schedule: Rota basis, including alternate weekends and some bank holidays
• Location: Ripley, DE5 (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.

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

What We Offer

• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary meal on shifts longer than 7.5 hours (set menu)
• 5.6 weeks of annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Supportive work environment

Cover note

Please include a cover note or letter with your application, outlining your experience. To help us consider travel times, please mention your typical method of transport to work (e.g., car, public transport, walking).
Important:Please note that we are currentlyunable to offer visa sponsorship. If applicable please noteyour current visa type and right to work status in the UK, in your cover letter or application.

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 at Woodlands Care Home.