At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious, nutritious meals that brighten our residents' days.
- Company: Join Highgate Care, where kindness and compassion are at the heart of everything we do.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Be part of a close-knit team that values each member and promotes growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people every day.
- Qualifications: Bring your warmth, creativity, and passion for care; experience is a bonus!
The predicted salary is between 14.05 - 14.05 £ per hour.
Location: The Lawns, Risdale Street, Darlington
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time 30hrs per week
Salary: £14.05ph
Sponsorship: Not currently available
Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key
At Highgate Care, kindness isn’t just something we talk about, it’s the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key.
We’re currently looking for a Chef/Cook to join the team at The Lawns in Darlington. If you’re someone who naturally brings warmth, energy and creativity wherever you go, and you love the idea of making each day meaningful for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centred around residents’ preferences, requests or any special dietary requirements.
- Follow Highgate Care Homes’ Good Food Guide and make amendments after authorisation from Head Office.
- Provide advice and guidance for the team ensuring that Highgate is a friendly, supportive working environment.
- Supervise and appraise the Kitchen Team.
- Interview applicants for vacancies within the Kitchen Team.
- Comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health.
- Implement, monitor and maintain cleaning schedules that meet the requirements of the Food Safety Manual.
- Ensure sufficient food stocks are ordered and received from approved suppliers.
- Responsible for all kitchen equipment ensuring it is in full, safe working order.
- Contribute to team meetings and assist the Home Manager with the selection, interviewing, induction and ongoing development of catering staff.
- Attend resident/relative meetings and monitor resident satisfaction with the catering service.
What We’re Looking For
- Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity.
- Organised, reliable, and confident in planning.
- Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others.
- Passionate about improving the lives of older people.
- Willing to participate in Staff and Resident meetings as required.
- Previous experience in a care setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values.
What We Offer
- A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace.
- Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day.
- A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents.
Care Home Cook (30hrs per week) employer: Highgate Care Services Ltd
Highgate Care Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing environment for Care Assistants in the beautiful coastal town of Bridlington. With a strong focus on employee development through ongoing training and career progression, we foster a culture of compassion and teamwork, ensuring that our staff feel valued and supported in their vital roles. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Contact Details:
Highgate Care Services Ltd Recruitment Team
