Restaurant jobs in Keswick

Company Overview

We are looking for a Cook to temporarily cover every Wednesday and Thursday at our Nursing Home in Keswick. Experience of working in a Kitchen is essential, as is a keen attitude and willingness to learn.

As an Employee-Owned Trust (EOT), our staff are more than employees – they are co-owners who have a genuine voice and shared responsibility in the success of the Home. This ownership culture promotes respect, accountability, and team pride, benefiting both staff and residents.

We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, supporting those who serve or have served, along with their families. Values such as loyalty, teamwork, inclusion, and service underpin how we care for residents and how we support each other.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated Part Time Cook to join our dedicated team. This vital role involves preparing nutritious, delicious meals that meet residents’ dietary needs while maintaining high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on our residents’ daily lives.

Responsibilities

• 1. Responsible for the preparation, cooking and serving of nutritionally balanced, attractively presented and special diet meals, snacks and refreshments.

2. Responsible for all food preparation areas for efficiency, hygiene and safety in all catering areas within the Home, complying at all times with Company Policy and Procedure, Health and Safety at work.

3. To maintain and record all food hygiene documentation, daily food safety checks, cleaning and kitchen hygiene checks as set out in the Cumbria Environmental Health documentation “Safe Food – Better Business”.

4. Responsible for ensuring that the menu planned is implemented to provide balanced and interesting meals for residents; record resident preferences or special dietary requirements on food records and cross referencing with food traceability records and the “Safe Food – Better Business” records.

5. Responsible and accountability for stock control of all catering items, ordering from agreed company suppliers of provisions to ensure food items are correctly stored, managed and used to prevent avoidable wastage of ingredients and fresh vegetables.

6. Responsible for talking to residents, staff, families and the Head Chef to gain feedback on food preferences; meal and snack quality and seasonal menu changes.

7. To keep accurate records and information in the kitchen which reflect individual residents nutritional risk assessments and nutritional dietary needs and to make sure that residents receive nutritionally appropriate food and meal options.

8. Responsible for the cleanliness of all food storage areas and equipment (expressly including all food fridges, freezers, cupboards and shelving; micro waves and toasters); carrying out the daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedule as identified in company policy and “Safe Food – Better Business” records.

9. Responsible for ensuring all kitchen and food preparation areas are left clean and tidy at the end of service, with all waist / rubbish appropriately disposed of, as set out in the Company policy and in “Safe Food – Better Business”.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking within a kitchen or restaurant setting
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices
• Strong understanding of meal preparation techniques suitable for older adults’ dietary requirements
• Previous experience working in a care home or similar environment is desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude towards resident care

Employee Benefits

• Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) – giving staff a voice, shared ownership and access to future tax-free financial benefits.
• Proud Armed Forces Covenant employer – supporting the Armed Forces community.
• Eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Card.
• Free uniforms and free on-site parking.
• Training, professional development and career progression opportunities.

A full enhanced disclosure must be provided, the cost of this will be met by the employee. The work pattern is Wednesday and Thursday, 8.30-5.30pm per day with an hour unpaid break. The role is fixed term until December 2026 initially. You will need to have the Right to Work in the UK, as we are NOT able to offer sponsorship.

Pay: £14.40 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person