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Temporary Cook

United Kingdom, Accrington Employment contract 13.60 GBP / Hour · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cook to join our Dovehaven Team on a temporary cover basis for 3 months and the contract may be extended for the right candidate. This role will require you to work 30 hours a week on a rota basis at our Pennine View Care Home on Addison Street, Accrington. The working hours will be 3 days a week - 7am - 6pm on a rota basis with alternate weekend availability required!

Job Responsibility

Ensure nutritious and beautifully presented meals are provided for residents

Requirements

  • Caring nature and a positive attitude
  • desire to deliver best possible standards for residents
  • energetic, friendly team player with good organisation and time management skills
  • ability to work under pressure effectively
  • compassion and empathy for residents with varying needs, tastes and dietary requirements
  • previous Care home or hotel experience with ability to prepare meals for 50 or more residents
  • dependable and flexible
  • desirable but not necessary: Catering (C&G) or NVQ 3, qualifications in Food Hygiene and First Aid
  • willingness to work towards qualifications if not held

Nice to have

  • Catering (C&G) or NVQ 3
  • Food Hygiene qualification
  • First Aid qualification

What we offer

  • 2 Weekly Pay
  • 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
  • Free Uniform
  • Paid DBS
  • Fully paid Induction Training

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