Home-Style Cook for Children's Residential Home

CareTech PLC; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider in Wisbech is seeking a dedicated Cook for a new residential home. The role involves planning and preparing healthy meals to meet children's dietary needs while maintaining high hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar setting, a positive attitude, and a passion for cooking. This position offers £13.31 per hour and a stable working pattern with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Stable working pattern (Sunday–Thursday, 10am–6pm)

Supportive team in a brand-new residential home

Training and ongoing professional development

Opportunity to make an impact in young people's lives

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a cook, ideally in a care, school or similar setting.
• Knowledge of food hygiene standards (Food Hygiene Certificate desirable).
• Ability to prepare meals for a range of dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, healthy meals that meet children’s dietary needs.
• Ensure menus are varied, seasonal and tailored to individual preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking for dietary needs

Food hygiene knowledge

Meal planning and preparation

Positive attitude

Job description

A children's care provider in Wisbech is seeking a dedicated Cook for a new residential home. The role involves planning and preparing healthy meals to meet children's dietary needs while maintaining high hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar setting, a positive attitude, and a passion for cooking. This position offers £13.31 per hour and a stable working pattern with ongoing professional development opportunities.