Residental Care Home Chef /Cook – 36-Bed Home
Location: North Shields
No late nights. Stable hours. Proper work-life balance.
We are seeking an experienced chef to manage the kitchen independently in our 36-bed care home. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents, including those with specific dietary needs (soft, pureed, diabetic), while maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare meals according to set menus
- Adapt dishes for dietary requirements
- Manage the kitchen independently during shifts
- Monitor stock and assist with ordering (shared with other cook)
- Assist with meal service
Requirements:
- At least 1 year cooking experience
- Knowledge of food hygiene and safety
- Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
- Care setting experience is desirable but not essential
Hours:
- Shift patterns :Mon–Sat: 8am–6pm Sun: 8am–4pm over 2 fortnight cycle
- Weekly rota provided
Pay & Benefits:
- £13.50 per hour.
- Paid training
- Enhanced DBS provided
- Free parking, close to public transport
- Opportunity for extra shifts
Join a supportive, friendly team where your work directly improves residents’ lives and you’re valued for your skills.-
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check ? please let us know if you have a transferable one.
Experience:
Work Location: In person
