Cook

Cook – Care Home - Come and Join Us and Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are looking for a talented and compassionate Cook to join our friendly care home team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your culinary skills in a role where your work truly matters — improving the wellbeing and happiness of our residents every single day - with no late nights or split shifts.

Location

Victoria Lodge Care Home, Brierley Hill, Dudley, West Midlands, DY5 1RB

Hours

Part time / 28 hours – daytime shifts only

Your Role

Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents

Cater for dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, allergies, diabetic requirements)

Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety

Manage stock and minimise waste

Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience

What we’re looking for

Previous Chef experience

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Understanding of dietary needs (care setting experience is a plus)

Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude

Why join us?

No out-of-hours working – no late nights or unsociable hours

Consistent daytime shifts for a great work-life balance

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Paid holiday + pension scheme

Paid DBS check

Ongoing training & development opportunities

Supportive, friendly working environment

Enjoy a better work-life balance in a role where you can still be creative and passionate about food — without the pressure, long nights, or unpredictable hours of the hospitality industry.