Cook

Location: Dudley
Rate: £13.70 per hour (PAYE)
Contract: Part-time, Temporary

Working Pattern

Rotating schedule:

Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 12:00-17:00
Week 2: Thursday, Friday - 12:00-17:00; Saturday, Sunday - 10:00-14:00

Role Overview

We are looking for a reliable, caring Cook to prepare meals and snacks for children and young people in our residential home. You will follow dietary requirements and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and cook varied, nutritious meals and snacks suitable for children and young people of different ages
Follow individual dietary plans, allergies, cultural and religious requirements strictly
Source, store, and rotate food stock; minimise waste and work within budget
Maintain full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
Keep kitchen, equipment, and dining areas clean, tidy, and sanitised
Work as part of the team to provide a warm, welcoming environment for the young people
Record menus, temperatures, and stock as required
Support the home's values and safeguarding policies at all times

Person Specification

Experience cooking in a catering, care, or school setting - essential
Knowledge of food hygiene and safety (Level 2 or above preferred)
Understanding of special diets, allergies, and nutritional needs
Calm, reliable, and able to work independently
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Able to pass enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment clearances
Flexible and happy to work the published rotating pattern
to currently have a Enhanced DBS check or to be willing to undergo one.

What We Offer

£13.70 per hour, paid via PAYE
Free on-site parking
Enhanced DBS check
Induction and ongoing training
Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates