Cook

Shift Pattern

07:45am - 6:30pm, working Thursday, Friday and Saturday each week

Manor Park Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built facility offering high-quality residential and dementia care. As part of the Sandstone Care Group, we are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel at home and staff feel proud to work.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook to join our kitchen team and help deliver nutritious, well-balanced meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

As a Cook, you will assist in preparing and serving meals that are both nutritious and enjoyable, catering to a variety of dietary needs. Working closely with the Head Chef and care team, you'll ensure that every meal is made with care, quality, and attention to detail.

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure food is presented attractively and served at the correct temperature.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.
• Support with stock control, food storage, and kitchen organisation.
• Follow food safety regulations and internal policies.
• Build positive relationships with residents, taking into account their preferences and feedback.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Cook, ideally in a care home, healthcare, or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A caring, respectful approach to working in a care environment.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends.

Benefits

• Free uniform. Free Meals . Free DBS.
• Discounts on the high street - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus
• Flexible pay - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
• Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health
• Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
• In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities - The chance to 'make your mark' and play a key role

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We aim for diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.