About this role
Job summary Package Description: Are you looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? The role of a chef/cook with Agincare is more than just cooking. You will be working with our team to provide a high quality of life for those that need it. Where you'll be working Click here to view the care home: (link can be embedded or inserted here) Care Quality Commission rating - (insert) As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy £12.75 per hour Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000 Outstanding career development Fully funded training up to QCF level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On demand pay What is required from you? A minimum of 12 months on your right to work A background within kitchens and understanding of how to run a professional kitchen Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or supporting complex dietary requirements is desirable. Available to work X hours per week
Main duties of the job This position is for an experienced cook at Agincare Homes Holdings in Cheltenham. The role involves more than just cooking; it includes managing dietary requirements and contributing to the quality of life for residents. The company offers career development opportunities, a refer-a-friend scheme, and a Blue Light discount package. Applicants must have a solid kitchen background and an understanding of professional kitchen operations. Knowledge of the IDDSI framework is desirable. The job offers a stable permanent position with a salary of £13.30 per hour and requires commitment to a set shift pattern.
About us Agincare is a family-run business providing care and support since 1986. They are one of the UK's largest care providers with over 4,500 team members and more than 100 locations across England. Their services include care and nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties, and live-in offices. All services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Agincare is committed to equal opportunities and supports care leavers to live independently by offering guaranteed interviews or informal career conversations. They promote a supportive work environment and career development.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:
Are you looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements?
The role of a chef/cook with Agincare is more than just cooking. You will be working with our team to provide a high quality of life for those that need it.
Where you'll be working
Click here to view the care home: (link can be embedded or inserted here) Care Quality Commission rating - (insert)As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy
£12.75 per hour Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000 Outstanding career development Fully funded training up to QCF level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On demand payWhat is required from you?
A minimum of 12 months on your right to work A background within kitchens and understanding of how to run a professional kitchen Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or supporting complex dietary requirements is desirable. Available to work X hours per week on a set shift patternA day in the life of a Cook
Menu planning -Collaborating with the home manager and our residents' requests and wishes, you will be able to develop and implement menu ideas. Our homes are always having themed days and events where you can showcase your skills and creativity. Understanding dietary needs - You will work closely with the wider staff to ensure we are meeting our resident's specific nutritional and dietary needs including modified food textures and allergies. Kitchen Management -You will be the main point of contact for the kitchen and responsible for the day to day running of stock management and hygiene standardsAbout Agincare
Were a family run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986.
With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including our care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.
Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently.We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.
All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.
*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK, background in kitchens with understanding of professional kitchen operations, knowledge of the IDDSI framework or supporting complex dietary requirements is desirable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Agincare
Address Agincare Homes Holdings
Cheltenham
GL52 6YL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)