Do you enjoy cooking wholesome, home-style meals and want a role where your work genuinely matters every single day? Hatzfeld Care is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Second Cook to support our kitchen team at Laughton Croft, our residential mental health home.
At Hatzfeld, we provide person-centred residential care for adults living with a variety of needs including Asperger’s, schizophrenia, eating disorders, dementia, and age-related conditions. Mealtimes play a hugely important role in our residents’ wellbeing, comfort, and daily routine — and our kitchen team is at the heart of that experience.
As a Second Cook, you’ll work closely with the lead cook to help prepare nutritious, balanced meals while maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming kitchen environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys teamwork, takes pride in quality food preparation, and wants to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Your Role Will Include
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Assisting with the preparation and cooking of fresh, nutritious meals for residents
- Supporting residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and care plans
- Helping maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and food hygiene
- Assisting with menu ideas and meal preparation for varied tastes and dietary requirements
- Ensuring food is stored correctly and used within required dates
- Supporting smooth kitchen operations and mealtime service
- Confidently working independently when required while remaining part of a supportive care team
Requirements
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Previous kitchen or catering experience preferred
- A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude
- Understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling practices
- Experience working towards high food hygiene standards is desirable
- Food Hygiene certification is beneficial but not essential
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment
- A caring nature and understanding of the importance of nutrition in care settings
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Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking procedures
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Ability to lone-work
Benefits
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£12.88 per hour
- 30 hours per week
- Mileage paid over 5 miles (up to 50 miles per day)
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Meals provided during shifts
- 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support
- Monthly staff bonus scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £250
- Free onsite parking
- A friendly and supportive working environment with opportunities to grow
- Please note: Applicants must currently live in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
