Cook
The closing date is 25 September 2025
Job summary
Akari Care is seeking a passionate Cook who can create an environment where residents feel valued, respected, and offered personalized care. As the pivotal link between the kitchen and serving areas, the Cook will have the autonomy to create menus, plate up, and arrange food trollies in an attractive way to stimulate residents' appetites. This is a fundamental and integral role within the united care team, where the Cook will have the opportunity to coach a team, develop their skills, and support vulnerable adults with their individual care needs.
Main duties of the job
The Cook will be responsible for ensuring that the meals prepared in the kitchen are of outstanding quality, wholesome, and nutritious, while being mindful and conscientious about individual needs, religious, and cultural backgrounds. They will have the autonomy to create menus, plate up, and arrange food trollies in an attractive way to stimulate residents' appetites. As part of the united care team, the Cook will have the opportunity to coach a team, develop their skills, and support vulnerable adults with their individual care needs.
About us
Akari Care is an award-winning provider of residential care for the elderly, with a focus on creating an environment where residents are valued, respected, and offered personalized care. The organization is committed to supporting its employees' professional development and providing a rewarding, engaging, and inclusive community.
Details
Date posted
27 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.30 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1351316755
Job locations
Akari Care
Royal Quays
NE29 6XP
Employer details
Employer name
Akari Care Limited
Address
Akari Care
Royal Quays
NE29 6XP