Cook - vulnerable adults with learning disabilities

2 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose To prepare and cook nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents, respite service users, and staff within a residential care setting. The role involves maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety while catering for vulnerable adults with learning disabilities in a professional and caring environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook fresh lunch and evening meals for residents, respite service users, and staff. Cater for approximately 21 people daily, ensuring meals meet dietary and nutritional requirements. Follow all food hygiene, food safety, and health and safety policies and procedures. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.

Ensure food is stored, prepared, and served in accordance with current legislation and best practice. Support the wellbeing of vulnerable adults by providing high-quality, nutritious meals. Monitor stock levels and report any shortages or ordering requirements. Work collaboratively with the wider care team to meet the needs of residents and service users.

Requirements

Previous experience working as a Cook. Experience within a residential care home or similar care environment. Experience preparing meals for groups of approximately 15–21 people. Food Safety Level 1 or Level 2 qualification (Level 2 preferred). Food Hygiene Level 1 or Level 2 qualification (Level 2 preferred). Enhanced DBS (without Barred List) with Cook listed as the job title (essential).

BPSS check required. Additional Information Location: Maurice Edelman House, 28 Moat House Lane, Canley, Coventry, CV4 8HH Hours per week: ​24 Hours Bi-Weekly Payments: Payments made every two weeks