Cook - Bank at Agincare in Fareham
About the role
Job summary
Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile? Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements?
If so, this is the career for you! We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, its about comfort, connection and care. As a chef with Cordelia care home, youll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day.
Whats on the menu for you: £13.30 per hour, Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000, No evening shifts and every other weekend off, 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, Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations, Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable), Available to work day shifts and alternate weekends.
Main duties of the job As a Cook at Agincare Homes Holdings in Cordelia care home, Fareham, you will work to create delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs, curate themed dining experiences, or serve a favourite dish that reminds someone of home.
You will be responsible for creating daily menus, supporting the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation at all times.
The position offers a starting wage of £13.30 per hour, a refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £1000, no evening shifts, and every other weekend off. Agincare also offers fully funded training up to QCF level 5, a Blue Light discount package, a company pension scheme, and on-demand pay.
It's a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about food and care, who has experience in a professional kitchen and can manage various dietary requirements. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, though visa sponsorship is currently unavailable.
About us
Agincare Homes Holdings is a prominent care provider in the UK, employing over 5,500 team members nationwide. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. Their services are regulated by the CQC and Ofsted, ensuring the utmost quality and compliance in care.
Agincare is dedicated to supporting communities and offers roles that ensure personal and professional growth for their employees. They are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and believe in the power of great food to provide comfort, connection, and care.
Agincare supports community initiatives and offers guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community.
They maintain a focus on career development, providing fully funded training opportunities, and they incentivise employees with a refer-a-friend scheme, a Blue Light discount package, and more.
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Package Description: Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile? Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements?
If so, this is the career for you! We believe that great food is about more than just flavour, its about comfort, connection and care. As a chef with Cordelia care home, youll have the opportunity to use your creative flair and culinary talents to bring joy to our residents every day.
Whats on the menu for you: £13.30 per hour Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000 No evening shifts and every other weekend off 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 Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable) Available to work day shifts and alternate weekends Please note this is currently a bank / zero hour contract
About the role:
Whether its crafting delicious meals that meet individual dietary needs, creating themed dining experiences that bring the home to life, or simply serving a favourite dish that reminds someone of home, youll be making a real difference every day.
Using your culinary skills and food knowledge, youll help create daily menus, support the organisation and smooth running of the kitchen, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation are maintained at all times.
Where you'll be working Click here to view the care home: Residential Care Home in Fareham, Hampshire | Agincare Care Quality Commission rating - Good If youre passionate about great food, teamwork, and making a difference, wed love to welcome you to the Agincare family.
About us:
For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK.
Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.
All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.
If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential A minimum of 12 months on your right to work. Experience in a professional kitchen and an understanding of kitchen operations. Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or experience supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable).
Available to work day shifts and alternate weekends.
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.
