Cook

Midlandscare; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Leicester seeks a Chef to lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals in a warm, supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in catering, especially for diverse dietary needs, and possess strong culinary skills. Responsibilities include menu planning, meal preparation, stock management, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Join a team that values compassion, togetherness, and positivity, and enjoy competitive pay, training programs, and more.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Robust pension scheme

Learning Academy for development

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional working environment

On-site car parking

Free uniform

Access to discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within a care home or catering environment.
• Strong cooking ability with confidence in preparing meals for diverse dietary needs.
• Understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus with residents and the kitchen team.
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals to a high standard.
• Manage stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Maintain a clean and compliant kitchen environment.
• Support residents with person-centred catering practices.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Organisation

Job description

# Cook- West View136 Leicester Rd, Glen Parva, Leicester LE2 9HG, UKJanuary 20, 2026### Job Description**Job Purpose**To lead the preparation, cooking, and delivery of high‑quality meals within our residential care home, ensuring all dietary needs are met while maintaining exceptional standards of hygiene, safety, and professionalism..**Key Responsibilities:*** Menu Planning: Work closely with residents, the Home Manager, and the kitchen team to create varied menus that meet individual dietary needs, preferences, and nutritional requirements.* Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve meals to a consistently high standard, ensuring excellent taste, presentation, and portion control.* Stock Control: Manage stock levels, place orders under the supervision of the manager, and ensure cost‑effective use of supplies.* Kitchen Management: Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen environment, following food hygiene and safety regulations at all times.* Equipment Care: Operate kitchen equipment safely, report faults immediately, and remove unsafe items from use.* Resident Welfare: Support the wellbeing of residents through safe, respectful, and person‑centred catering practices.* Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training, performance reviews, and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.**Qualification and Skills:*** Experience: Previous experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally within a care home or catering environment.* Culinary Skills: Strong cooking ability with confidence in preparing meals for diverse dietary needs, including special diets.* Organisation: Excellent planning, time‑management, and stock‑handling skills.* Food Safety Knowledge: Understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and equipment maintenance.* Values & Attitude: A compassionate, resident‑focused approach aligned with our values of Togetherness, Positivity, and Compassion.* Training Commitment: Willingness to complete relevant training, including food hygiene, health & safety, and dementia awareness.**About Midlands Care**At Midlands Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support within our group of care homes throughout the Midlands. Certified as Investors in People (2024), we pride ourselves on our commitment to nurturing both our residents and our team members. Our core values – Togetherness, Positivity, and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all. Our priorities are centred around Customer, Colleague, and Community, reflecting our holistic approach towards all.We offer our employees a range of benefits designed to enhance their professional and personal lives:* Competitive rates of pay* Robust pension scheme* Our very own Learning Academy, which offers comprehensive development programmes and clinical training* Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your loved ones* Exceptional working environment* On-site car parking* Free uniform and badges* Access to thousands of online and high street discounts* Support from a highly qualified management team dedicated to helping you succeed and grow in your role* Proud promoters of our Diversity, Equality and Inclusion agendaJoin Midlands Care and become part of a team that values togetherness, maintains a positive attitude, and approaches every task with compassion.Location