Cook - BankNHS

Job summary

Love cooking and making people smile? Join Chalgrove care home as a Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference. Whats on the menu for you £13.50 per hour Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000 Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5) Blue Light discounts & company pension On-demand pay What were looking for Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Experience in a professional kitchen Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable) Please note this is a bank / zero hour contract About the role: Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs. Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events. Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations. Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation. Make a positive difference through food and care. Where youll be working Chalgrove Care and

Main duties of the job

The Cook - Bank position at Agincare Homes Holdings, located in Poole, involves working in Chalgrove Care and Nursing Home. The role is focused on preparing nutritious and delicious meals for residents, ensuring their dietary needs are met, and creating enjoyable dining experiences. The job offers £13.50 per hour, with perks such as evenings free, every other weekend off, a refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000, and opportunities for funded training and career development. The candidate should have a minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK, experience in a professional kitchen, and knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs, though the latter is desirable, not mandatory. This position is a bank or zero hour contract, emphasizing flexibility. The role involves creating themed food events, planning daily menus, and maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation. By being part of this team, an individual can make a positive difference through their passion for cooking and care.

Job description

Package Description: Love cooking and making people smile?Join Chalgrove care home as a Chef and use your creativity to prepare delicious, comforting meals that brighten our residents days. From meeting dietary needs to creating themed food days, your cooking will make a real difference.

Whats on the menu for you

• £13.50 per hour
• Enjoy your evenings free and every other weekend off
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000
• Funded training and career development (up to QCF Level 5)
• Blue Light discounts & company pension
• On-demand pay

What were looking for

• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Experience in a professional kitchen
• Knowledge of IDDSI or complex dietary needs (desirable)
• Please note this is a bank / zero hour contract

About the role:

• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
• Create enjoyable dining experiences and themed events.
• Plan daily menus and support kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.
• Make a positive difference through food and care.

Where youll be working

• Chalgrove Care and Nursing Home, 5-7 Westminster Rd E, Westbourne, Poole BH13 6JF
• Click here to view the care home: Nursing Home in Poole, Dorset | Care Home | Agincare
• Care Quality Commission rating - Good

If youre passionate about great food and making a difference, apply today and start cooking up smiles.

About us:For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

About us

Agincare has been a key player in the UKs care sector for 40 years, with over 5,500 team members across more than 170 locations. As a leading family-owned care provider, Agincare offers high-quality care and support services throughout the country. They pride themselves on supporting the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, providing guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. Their commitment to inclusion is evident as they welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. All adult services they offer are regulated by the CQC, and children's services are regulated by Ofsted. Agincare is unable to provide visa sponsorship, and they encourage anyone interested to explore more career opportunities available throughout their extensive network of services.