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Cook

Akari Care Limited

Crewe, CW5 8AB £15 a year Permanent Posted 5 August 2026 Apply by 4 October 2026

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Role description

Job summary

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Cook who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. An important part of the day for our residents is based around mealtimes. At Akari Care we take great pride in ensuring that what is prepared in the kitchen is of outstanding quality, wholesome and nutritious. At the same time, we always ensure that we are mindful and conscientious about individual needs, religious and cultural backgrounds. We continually assess how this might impact meal choices, alongside making sure that all our residents feel that they have a personalised service. As the pivotal link between the kitchen and the serving areas you will have the autonomy to create menus, plate up and arrange food trollies in an attractive wa

Main duties of the job

At Akari Care, our mission is to create a nurturing environment where elderly residents are cherished and receive personal care. We are looking for a dedicated Cook to join our team. You will have the important role of planning and preparing meals that are of high quality, nutritious, and tailored to individual needs and cultural backgrounds. Your responsibilities include menu creation, food presentation, and leading the kitchen team. Your leadership will empower your team, fostering both personal and professional growth. We value compassion and commitment to excellence, offering you opportunities for career growth, training, and professional development.

About us

Akari Care is committed to providing exceptional care and creating a supportive atmosphere for our residents and staff. Our award-winning homes aim to ensure that each resident feels valued and respected, offering them personalized care and meal options tailored to their needs and preferences. We encourage our staff to develop and excel in their roles, offering continuous training and growth opportunities. Working at Akari Care means being part of a team that is dedicated to providing compassionate care and improving the quality of life for older adults. Join us to make a meaningful impact.

Date posted

05 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.57 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

1534527405

Job locations

Akari Care

Crewe

CW5 8AB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We now seek a Cook who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

An important part of the day for our residents is based around mealtimes. At Akari Care we take great pride in ensuring that what is prepared in the kitchen is of outstanding quality, wholesome and nutritious. At the same time, we always ensure that we are mindful and conscientious about individual needs, religious and cultural backgrounds. We continually assess how this might impact meal choices, alongside making sure that all our residents feel that they have a personalised service.

As the pivotal link between the kitchen and the serving areas you will have the autonomy to create menus, plate up and arrange food trollies in an attractive way for our residents to gain enthusiasm and a stimulated appetite to eat.

Playing a fundamental and integral part of our united and extended care team, you will be afforded the scope to coach a team into creating ideas and seeing them through as part of their own personal development needs.

By showing us, you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

What we require from you:

City & Guilds 706 1&2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Head chef or Head Cook experience with similar environment /surrounding.
Supervisory or Line Management experience
A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach.
Proven ability to lead by example, motivate a team and delegate effectively.
Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.
Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.
Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents.

What is in it for you:

A competitive salary
Pension contribution of 3%
Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes.
Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.
28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
Flexible working patterns
Fully funded training and development
Support with personal development plans.
The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally.
An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

City & Guilds 706 1&2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards), Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, Head chef or Head Cook experience with similar environment/surrounding, Supervisory or Line Management experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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