Location: Patcham Nursing Home, Brighton.
Salary: £14.35 per hour + weekend enhancements
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 20 hours per week - Saturday & Sunday shifts
Are you an experienced Cook looking for a rewarding weekend role where your skills make a real difference?
Patcham Nursing Home is looking for a confident and experienced Cook to take responsibility for our weekend catering service.
You will use your cooking skills to prepare fresh, nutritious, home-style meals for our residents, supporting their dietary needs, preferences and wellbeing.
We are a 30-bed family-run nursing home in Brighton, where food is an important part of daily life. Our kitchen team helps create comfort, routine and a true sense of home for our residents.
About the Role
This role is ideal for an experienced Cook who is confident working independently and understands the importance of providing high-quality meals in a care environment.
You will be responsible for:
Preparing and cooking fresh breakfasts, lunches and light evening meals
Providing varied meal choices, desserts and home baking
Catering for residents, visitors and staff
Supporting individual dietary requirements and modified diets
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards
Creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for residents
Experience & Requirements
Previous professional Cook experience
Strong knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards
Experience preparing meals independently
Understanding of dietary requirements and modified diets- IDDSI
Ability to manage weekend kitchen responsibilities confidently
Experience working in a care home, healthcare or similar catering environment
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who takes pride in their cooking and understands the positive impact good food has on residents’ quality of life.
What We Offer
Permanent contract
Paid induction and training
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
Employee referral bonus scheme: £200 on joining £300 after 1 year (T&Cs apply)
Friendly and supportive working environment
Our Values
At SDR, we are guided by: Kindness | Dignity & Respect | Calmness | Creativity | Responsibility
These values shape everything we do - from the care we provide to the meals we serve.
This role is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must have unrestricted right to work in the UK.
An enhanced DBS check will be required following a successful interview.
Early applications are encouraged as vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified.
SDR is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from Individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment.
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Screening Questions
- How do you see your personal values aligning with the values of our Company?
- What specific skills and experiences do you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position?
- Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship?
- Do you hold a current, valid UK driving licence?Please note: a valid UK driving licence is required for this position
- Do you have any questions for us, or further information you would like to provide us with?
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