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Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 12.9 - 12.9 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Cook – Elderly Care Setting
Location: Burnley
Salary: £12.90 per hour
Hours: 25.5 hours per week, 3 shifts over 7 days (9am – 6pm), one weekend on/one weekend off. Days to be discussed at interview.
Contract: Part-time, permanent
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience as a Cook, ideally within a care or similar setting
* Ability to work independently and manage all aspects of a small kitchen
* Knowledge of food safety legislation and nutritional needs
* Confident using a computer for food ordering and paperwork
* Reliable, trustworthy, and able to display company values: Honesty, Caring, Respect, Openness
* Good command of spoken and written English
* Ability to commute reliably to Burnley (right to work in the UK required – no sponsorship available)
The Role
As Cook, you will:
* Prepare wholesome, nutritious meals tailored to residents’ choices and dietary needs
* Ensure meals are well-presented and in line with food safety legislation
* Manage food ordering, stock control, and kitchen paperwork
* Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping standards in the kitchen
* Work independently to deliver a high-quality meal service for residents
* Contribute to the welcoming, family-feel environment of our not-for-profit charity service
Benefits
* Real Living Wage employer
* 5% employer pension contribution
* DBS clearance paid for by the organisation
* Free uniform (where required)
* Subsidised meals
* Buying & Selling of annual leave
* Eligibility for Blue Light discount card
* Long service rewards
* Ongoing training & development
Compliance
Role is subject to a 3 month probationary period, enhanced DBS clearance, and satisfactory references.
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