Cook

Company: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Location: Derby, United Kingdom (Nightingale Care & Nursing Home)

Salary: £13.30 per hour

Contract Type: Part-Time (Two 8-hour shifts per week on a rolling rota: Week 1: Sat/Sun; Week 2: Wed/Thu)

Closing Date: 19 August 2026

Job Reference: agincare/TP/147007/12379

Job Overview

Are you looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements?

The role of a Cook is more than just cooking—it is about working closely with our team to provide a high quality of life and bringing joy through delicious, nutritious meals for our residents.

About the Role & Location

Where You’ll Be Working: Nightingale Care & Nursing Home in Derby (a CQC-regulated care home).
Working Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, working two 8-hour shifts per week on a two-week rolling rota:
- Week 1: Saturday and Sunday
- Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Menu Planning: Collaborate with the home manager and residents to develop creative menu ideas, including themed days and special events.
- Dietary Needs: Work closely with the care team to ensure resident nutritional and dietary requirements are met, including modified food textures and allergies.
- Kitchen Management: Act as the main point of contact for the kitchen, managing day-to-day stock control and upholding high hygiene standards.

What We Need From You

A background working within professional kitchens and an understanding of how to run one effectively.
Knowledge of the IDDSI framework or supporting complex dietary requirements (desirable).
A minimum of 12 months on your legal right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available).

What We Offer

Pay Rate: £13.30 per hour with On-Demand Pay options.
Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn up to £1,000 (terms and conditions apply).
Training & Development: Outstanding career development with fully funded training up to QCF Level 5.
Perks & Benefits: Blue Light Card discount package and a company pension scheme.