Cook

We'd like you to join us as aWeekend Cookat our serviceBethany Lodge in Dymchurch.If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.AtBethany Lodge,we provide support for young adults with a disability in a residential home, helping to promote independence and maintain a high standard of both physical and mental wellbeing. Were committed to helping every person we support feel safe, happy, empowered enabling them to live the best life possible.What you'll be working:Working Part TimeSaturday and Sunday 08:00am to 14:00pm12 hours per weekWhat you'll be doing:Prepare, cook and serve food of the highest standards and which is appropriate to and meets the needs of the residents, staff and visitorsRegularly review the menus in line with residents, staff and visitors requirements, including the provision of special diets (with respect to allergies, other health related issues and cultural reasons)Communicate effectively with residents, staff and visitors to ensure the provision of relevant, appealing, balanced and healthy dietsDevelop a positive relationship with all residents, staff and other visitors to the home by becoming an integral part of the teamSupport with the effective ordering, control and review of raw materials, labour, equipment and supplies and keeping costs in line with agreed budgets and value for moneyWhat you'll have:NVQ level 2 or above in cateringExcellent knowledge of food hygiene and food preparationA positive attitude and a desire to deliver the best possible service to patients in our care.Flexible, professional, and positive approach to multi-site working.Proven reliability in terms of full attendance and timekeeping.Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual.We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. xjdpvnf To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.What to look forward to:Holiday entitlement will be on a pro rata basisBirthday offJoin theActive Learning Huband benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunitiesActive Reward Appgiving discounts and savings on your weekly shopFree 24 hour confidentialEmployee Assistance Programme Helpline & Appto support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceANest Personal PensionaccountAccess to join aMedicash Health Planfor you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticiansWe recognise outstandingActive Behavioursvia theActive AwardsprogrammeEnhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefitsRefer a FriendSchemeand earn yourself up to1000by recommending someone you knowand, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Created: 2026-03-17