Hours:

28.5

Role Description:

Cook – Fernlea Residential Home Shift Pattern: 8am – 6pm Contract: Permanent

Fernlea Residential Home is looking for a hardworking, committed, and enthusiastic Cook to join our catering team.

At Olea Care Group, our people are our greatest asset and the cornerstone of our success. We recognise the vital role our teams play, and we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best people by providing a rewarding workplace that encourages cooperation and teamwork.

Why choose Olea Care Group

• Progression opportunities
• Competitive rate of pay
• Strong focus on staff development and training
• Recognition awards
• Loyalty rewards after 6 months
• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Christmas bank holiday enhancements
• Open‑door policy

About the role

As a Cook, you will work as part of the catering team to deliver a high‑quality, person‑centred dining experience. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving nutritious, appetising meals in a timely manner
• Presenting meals to a high standard
• Liaising effectively with care staff to understand and meet the dietary needs of residents

What we’re looking for

• A team player committed to delivering a high‑quality catering service
• An understanding of equality, inclusion, and human rights in the context of care
• A caring and empathetic approach
• A willingness to learn and develop skills
• A commitment to working collaboratively within a multi‑disciplinary team
• Dedication to meeting residents’ needs and using feedback to improve the catering service

We are an equal opportunities employer.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of our safer recruitment process.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Cooking in carehome: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering (required)

Work Location: In person