Cook | Elderly Care Home | Patcham, Brighton
SDRWeekend Cook – Patcham Nursing Home
Location: Brighton
£14.35 per hour + weekend enhancements
Permanent Contract | 20 hours per week | Saturday & Sunday shifts
Join Our Friendly Nursing Home Kitchen Team
Patcham Nursing Home is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Weekend Cook to join our warm and supportive kitchen team in Brighton.
We are a 30-bed, family-run nursing home providing personalised care within a homely and welcoming 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 a vital role in everyday life, preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support wellbeing and bring enjoyment to mealtimes.
If you enjoy cooking fresh, home-style meals and want to make a genuine difference to residents’ lives every weekend, we would love to hear from you.
About the Weekend Cook Role
We are looking for a confident and caring Cook who can take responsibility for weekend catering, preparing nutritious meals while supporting individual dietary needs and preferences.
You will play an important role in ensuring residents enjoy high-quality, freshly prepared meals in a warm and welcoming environment.
Experience in a care home, healthcare, or catering environment is preferred, along with a strong understanding of food hygiene and dietary requirements.
Role Details
- £14.35 per hour (reviewed annually) + weekend enhancements
- Permanent contract
- 20 hours per week - Saturday and Sunday shifts
Key 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, visitors, and staff
- Support residents’ dietary and nutritional needs
- Cater for modified diets and individual preferences
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
- Help create a warm, positive, and enjoyable dining experience
Experience & Requirements
- Previous Cook experience required
- Experience in a care home, healthcare, or catering environment is desirable
- Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards
- Understanding of dietary requirements and modified diets essential
- A caring and compassionate approach to food and wellbeing
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate with weekend enhancements
- Paid induction and training
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Employee referral bonus scheme: £200 on joining, £300 after 1 year (T&Cs apply)
- Supportive and friendly working environment
Our Values
At SDR Care, we are guided by:
Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility.
These values shape 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.
An enhanced DBS check will be required following a successful interview.
Apply Today
Email: [email protected] or call Call: 07484 482896
No CV required — just get in touch for an informal chat.
Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate is appointed.