Job Description
Job description
Cook/Chef
At Black Swan Care Group, we are currently looking for a cook/chef to work in one of our residential care facilities, Nightingale Lodge on a part time, 21-28 hour permanent contract, £12.00 per hour.
Nightingale Lodge is an outstanding-rated residential care home in situated in the West Norfolk town of Hunstanton. The home provides short-term, respite care and longer term care and support for up to 2+ residents at the home, including support for people living with dementia.
Black Swan Care Group have become a Real Living Wage employer! Our other benefits include:
• Ability to access your wages throughout the month via Wagestream.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme (£200 per placement.)
• Paid annual leave 28 days per year. (Based on hours / pro rata.) and enhanced pay for working Christmas and Boxing Day & Bank Holidays.
• Fully paid induction and training programme, and excellent on-going training from day one and throughout your career (Mandatory and specialised.)
• Progression with internal promotions available across the group and excellent apprenticeship schemes.
• Employee Care line with our confidential telephone counselling, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Paid breaks and free meals.
• DBS costs paid for by the company and pension scheme.
• Blue light card.
• Free health and wellbeing service- 24/7 access to online GP's, second medical opinion, mental health support, nutrition plans, fitness programme and online health check.
Responsibilities of a Cook/Chef:
• Prepare residents meals and maintain a well-balanced nutritious diet (Taking into consideration special dietary needs and requirements as set out in Residents Care Plans, and residents menu choices)
• Ensure food stock supplies are monitored and deliveries are correct, and all food are temperature probed, recorded, stored correctly and stock rotated.
• Maintain a high standard of food preparation and implement the requirements set out by the Environment Health and Local Authority for the Home, the Food Safety Act 1++0, and the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2005. (Personal appearance must be of an acceptable level. Uniform provided must be worn, hair covered or tied back. Sensible enclosed non-slip shoes to be worn.)
Requirements of a Cook/Chef:
• Qualified and experienced to cook and prepare food in a kitchen setting
• Forward thinking
• Team player
• Availability to work every other weekend
• Flexibility with working hours
INDLP
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 21 – 28 per week
Benefits:
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
Flexible language requirement:
• English not required
Schedule:
• Day shift
• Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Hunstanton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
• Do you require/need sponsorship to work for us?
Experience:
• Cooking: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Cook/Chef
At Black Swan Care Group, we are currently looking for a cook/chef to work in one of our residential care facilities, Nightingale Lodge on a part time, 21-28 hour permanent contract, £12.00 per hour.
Nightingale Lodge is an outstanding-rated residential care home in situated in the West Norfolk town of Hunstanton. The home provides short-term, respite care and longer term care and support for up to 2+ residents at the home, including support for people living with dementia.
Black Swan Care Group have become a Real Living Wage employer! Our other benefits include:
• Ability to access your wages throughout the month via Wagestream.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme (£200 per placement.)
• Paid annual leave 28 days per year. (Based on hours / pro rata.) and enhanced pay for working Christmas and Boxing Day & Bank Holidays.
• Fully paid induction and training programme, and excellent on-going training from day one and throughout your career (Mandatory and specialised.)
• Progression with internal promotions available across the group and excellent apprenticeship schemes.
• Employee Care line with our confidential telephone counselling, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Paid breaks and free meals.
• DBS costs paid for by the company and pension scheme.
• Blue light card.
• Free health and wellbeing service- 24/7 access to online GP's, second medical opinion, mental health support, nutrition plans, fitness programme and online health check.
Responsibilities of a Cook/Chef:
• Prepare residents meals and maintain a well-balanced nutritious diet (Taking into consideration special dietary needs and requirements as set out in Residents Care Plans, and residents menu choices)
• Ensure food stock supplies are monitored and deliveries are correct, and all food are temperature probed, recorded, stored correctly and stock rotated.
• Maintain a high standard of food preparation and implement the requirements set out by the Environment Health and Local Authority for the Home, the Food Safety Act 1++0, and the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2005. (Personal appearance must be of an acceptable level. Uniform provided must be worn, hair covered or tied back. Sensible enclosed non-slip shoes to be worn.)
Requirements of a Cook/Chef:
• Qualified and experienced to cook and prepare food in a kitchen setting
• Forward thinking
• Team player
• Availability to work every other weekend
• Flexibility with working hours
INDLP
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 21 – 28 per week
Benefits:
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
Flexible language requirement:
• English not required
Schedule:
• Day shift
• Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Hunstanton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
• Do you require/need sponsorship to work for us?
Experience:
• Cooking: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Cook|Chef position is now open for candidates interested in the Cook / Chef Jobs sector. This role in Hunstanton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Cook / Chef Jobs is a plus.
