Cook (Elderly Care) | Patcham, Brighton | Part time

Weekend Cook - Patcham Nursing Home, Brighton

£14.35 per hour + Weekend Enhancements | Permanent Contract | 20 hours per week

Join Our Friendly Nursing Home Kitchen Team

Patcham Nursing Home is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Weekend Cook to join our warm and welcoming kitchen team in Brighton.

We are a 30-bed family-run nursing home, providing personalised care in a homely and supportive environment. At Patcham Nursing Home, food is about much more than nutrition - it is about comfort, dignity, routine, and creating a true sense of home for our residents.

Our kitchen team plays an important role in residents’ daily lives, preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support wellbeing and bring enjoyment to mealtimes.

If you enjoy preparing fresh, home-style meals and want to make a genuine difference to residents’ daily lives, we would love to hear from you.

About the Cook Role

We are looking for a confident and caring cook who can prepare nutritious, freshly cooked meals while supporting residents’ individual dietary needs and preferences.

You will play an important role in creating enjoyable mealtimes and ensuring residents receive meals that are not only nutritious but also comforting and familiar.

Experience working in a catering, care home, or similar environment is preferred, along with a good understanding of food hygiene standards and dietary requirements.

Role Details

• £14.35 per hour (reviewed annually) + weekend enhancements paid
• Permanent contract
• 20 hours per week
• Saturday and Sunday shifts

Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfasts, lunches, and light evening meals
• Provide two lunch options plus desserts
• Bake cakes for birthdays and special occasions
• Cater for residents and staff
• Support residents’ dietary and nutritional needs
• Cater for modified diets and individual preferences
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards
• Help create a warm and positive dining experience for residents

Experience

• Previous cook experience required
• Experience in a care home, healthcare, or catering environment is desirable
• Knowledge of food safety and dietary requirements is essential

What We Offer

• What We Offer
• Competitive hourly rates plus weekend pay enhancements
• Paid training and induction
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Employee referral bonus scheme:- £200 on joining, £300 after 1 year service (T&Cs apply)

Our Values

At SDR Care, we live by: Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility.

These values guide everything we do - from the care we provide to the meals we serve.

Important Information

This role is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK throughout employment.

An enhanced DBS check will be required following a successful interview.

Apply Today

Email: careers@sdrgroup.co.uk or call Call: 07484 482896

No CV required — simply get in touch for an informal chat today.

Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.