Cook

Job Title: Cook

Location: Maidstone, Detling

Pay: £13.02/hr

Hours: Part time

Monday - Friday: flexible times starting from afternoon into early evening. (eg. 14:00 - 18:00pm)

Job Summary:

The cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, balanced meals for children in a safe and hygienic kitchen environment. This role requires attention to dietary needs, food safety standards, and child-friendly meal planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks according to approved menus.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, age-appropriate, and meet any special dietary requirements (e.g., allergies, religious restrictions).
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Store food safely and monitor inventory to reduce waste and ensure freshness.
• Serve meals in a timely and organised manner.
• Work cooperatively with care staff to support mealtimes and routines.
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience cooking in a residential or institutional setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices (Food Handler Certificate may be required).
• Ability to follow menus and prepare meals in appropriate portions.
• Understanding of children's dietary needs and nutrition.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.

Work Environment:

• Residential care setting for children.

Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.