Cook - Care Home (Permanent)

Location: Stones Place, Lincoln Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £14.78 per hour This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Cook to join our team at MHA. This is a rewarding role where you will provide nutritious, high-quality meals for members attending our activities, helping to promote health, wellbeing and enjoyment. As a Cook, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared safely, efficiently and in line with individual preferences and dietary needs. You will also support and supervise volunteers, helping to create a positive and welcoming environment based on MHA’s values. Prepare, cook and serve meals for members attending lunch, breakfast or afternoon tea clubs. Manage food ordering and stock control, ensuring cost-effectiveness and minimising waste. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and safety in line with food safety and COSHH requirements. Supervise and support volunteers and staff working in the kitchen, including organising rotas. Assist with the induction and training of volunteers and staff, ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards. Maintain accurate records and complete audits in line with food safety policies. Attend training, meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required. We are looking for someone who is confident, reliable and passionate about food and service. A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. The ability to deliver high-quality meals within a set budget. Creativity in menu planning and sensitivity to the needs of older people. A flexible and positive approach to work, with occasional travel as required. You will be joining an organisation with strong values and a commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, food plays an important role in bringing people together, and your work will have a meaningful impact every day. In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy: ~ ~28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time) ~ A strong pension scheme and life assurance ~ Free DBS checks and uniforms (where applicable) ~ Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies ~ Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app ~ A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities ~ Long service awards to celebrate your contribution Stones Place care home in Lincoln Stones Place is a charming country house style home where colleagues work together to deliver thoughtful and person-centred residential care. The peaceful woodland setting and welcoming atmosphere make it a pleasant place to work and to build connections with residents. Colleagues play a central role in creating a supportive and homely environment, helping residents maintain dignity, independence and a sense of belonging. For job seekers wanting meaningful work in a calm and friendly setting, Stones Place offers a rewarding place to grow both personally and professionally.