EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITY
- Do you want to be an integral part of an exciting new care group with family run values at its core? Do you want respect, autonomy and training opportunities?
www.margarethousecarehome.co.uk and www.abidencarehome.co.uk
www.caringandleading.co.uk
Bank cook for Margaret House Care Home, 12 bed residential home
- Great British Care Awards Regional Employer of Year Award 2025, Finalists National Great British Care Awards 2206, Winner Leaders in Care Awards 2024
- Automatic Free Enrolment into Employment assistant programme- access to unlimited virtual GP consultations, 24/7 mental health support , up to 10 face to face counselling sessions, access to the Wisdom App via Health Assured
- Supportive friendly home- rare opportunity and opening
- Town Centre Location
- Very friendly, supportive, training and hours +++
- Part of New Caring and Leading Brand
- Exciting Promotional Opportunities
- Excellent Reputation in Community with all healthcare professionals
- Fully Staffed- Long Stay Residents and dedicated long term staff
- Application deadline closing shortly- high interest expected
About the Role
As our Bank Cook, you will be responsible for preparing fresh, nutritious meals that meet the individual dietary, cultural and medical needs of our residents. You will work closely with the Home Manager and care team to ensure every mealtime is an enjoyable experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and serving high-quality, home-cooked meals and snacks.
- Catering for special diets, allergies, texture-modified meals and nutritional requirements.
- Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and infection prevention.
- Completing daily food safety records, temperature checks and cleaning schedules.
- Managing stock, rotating food correctly and minimising waste.
- Working within kitchen budgets and placing orders when required.
- Ensuring compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations and HACCP principles.
- Supporting a positive dining experience for residents.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Cook or Chef (care home experience desirable but not essential).
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum).
- Good understanding of nutrition and specialist dietary requirements.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, flexible and able to cover shifts at short notice.
- A caring, positive attitude and commitment to providing excellent service.
What We Offer
- Flexible bank hours to fit around your availability.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Free uniform.
- Company pension.
- Employee assistance and wellbeing support.
- Opportunities to work across the Caring & Leading group if desired.
Our CARE & LEAD Values
At Caring & Leading, everything we do is guided by our values:
CARE
C – Compassion
A – Accountability
R – Respect
E – Excellence
LEAD
L – Leadership
E – Empowerment
A – Aspire
D – Development
We are looking for team members who embody these values every day, whether supporting residents directly or maintaining the environments they call home.
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- how do you meet our CARE and LEAD values?
- do you require sponsorship? Please note we dont have a license
- Notice Period?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
