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Job Title: Cook
Reference Number: HCPA004476
Company Name: Falcon House
Shifts Available: Mornings , Evenings , Days , Weekends
Location: Bishops Stortford
Type of Care Provider: Care Home
Supporting individuals with: Older Adults , End Of Life
Pay/Salary: £13.00 - £13.25 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 28-36 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 07:00 - 14:30 / 14:00 - 19:00 / 07:00 - 19:00 / 09:00 - 19:00
Driving Required: Yes
Contract Type: Full Time Contract, Part Time Contract

About the Company

 

Falcon House is a family run Residential Care Home catering for up to 27 residents. Mealtimes are important in our residents' lives and the quality of what they are served is vital. If you are looking for a role that is fulfilling and a place where the food you prepare will really make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you.

 

Why should I apply for this Cook job?

 

  • Enhancements for nights, weekends and bank holidays
  • Paid induction, full training and ongoing development opportunities
  • Support to gain recognised care qualifications
  • Free meals and refreshments while on shift
  • Paid breaks
  • Free uniform and on-site parking
  • Employee wellbeing support and access to counselling if needed
  • Opportunities for career progression within the home
  • A friendly, supportive team environment where your work truly makes a difference
  • Staff recognition and social events to celebrate your contribution

 

Care Professional Academy Rewards include:  

 

  • Hertfordshire based Rewards 
  • Student Discount Packages 
  • Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!  
  • Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.  
  • Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.  

 

And a lot more... 

 

What does this Cook job involve?

 

Day-to-Day Duties:

 

  • Planning, preparing and serving meals that are nutritious, balanced, and suited to residents’ needs
  • Adapting meals for special dietary requirements (e.g. allergies, soft diets, fortified meals)
  • Ensuring meals are presented well and mealtimes are enjoyable experiences
  • Working with the care team to support residents’ individual preferences and cultural needs
  • Keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and compliant with food hygiene regulations
  • Managing stock, ordering supplies, and reducing food waste
  • Supporting themed meals, family occasions, and special events in the home
  • Following health & safety procedures and maintaining accurate records (temperature checks, cleaning logs, etc.)
  • Being flexible and creative to make mealtimes something residents look forward to

 

Am I the right person for this Cook job?

 

What we are looking for:

 

  • Passionate about working with food and people
  • Flexible to work within a positive and caring environment
  • A team player
  • A creative thinker to inspire us with specials of the day
  • Great communicator
  • Organised
  • Minimum Food Hygiene level 1 or 2
  • Working according to the rota, mornings and late afternoon shifts, including every other weekend
  • Due to our rural setting, a car driver or the ability to get to work without relying on public transport is essential