Cook

Package Description: Are you looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? The role of a chef/cook with Agincare is more than just cooking. You will be working with our team to provide a high quality of life for those that need it. Where you'll be working Click here to view the care home: Care Home in Gloucestershire | Care Home Gloucestershire The Coombs | Agincare As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy £14.60 per hour Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000 Outstanding career development Fully funded training up to QCF level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On demand pay What is required from you? A minimum of 12 months on your right to work A background within kitchens and understanding of how to run a professional kitchen Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or supporting complex dietary requirements is essential This is a part time position, working, 20.5, The role of a chef/cook with Agincare goes beyond just cooking. You will be collaborating with the home manager and residents to develop and implement menu ideas, taking the opportunity to show creativity during themed days and events. This position requires working closely with other staff to ensure the specific nutritional and dietary needs of residents are met, including modified food textures and allergy management. You are required to manage the kitchen, overseeing stock management and ensuring hygiene standards are maintained. Not only does this position offer a competitive hourly rate, but also benefits like a refer a friend scheme, company pension, career development opportunities, and beyond. This part-time role requires alternate weekend availability, making it crucial to understand how to run a professional kitchen with knowledge of the IDDSI framework.

hours per week, to include alternate weekends Experience in a kitchen within a care home setting is desirable

Agincare is a family-run business that has been supporting people since 1986. With a workforce exceeding 4,500 team members, they stand as one of the UK's largest care providers. The company is continually expanding and operates over 100 locations across England, including care and nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties, and live-in care offices. Agincare is committed to equal opportunities and promotes applications from all individuals. They support care leavers in living independently and guarantee interviews or informal conversations about career opportunities for care leavers. Agincare places great emphasis on quality care, with all services regulated by the Care Quality Commission.