# Second Cook

**Company:** [Hatzfeld Care](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/s19YiaRrrL8d4wamgp7o2j.md)
**Location:** Gainsborough, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Part-time
**Department:** Laughton Croft

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## Description

Do you enjoy cooking wholesome, home-style meals and want a role where your work genuinely matters every single day? Hatzfeld Care is looking for a dedicated and compassionate **Second Cook** to support our kitchen team at **Laughton Croft**, our residential mental health home.

At Hatzfeld, we provide person-centred residential care for adults living with a variety of needs including Asperger’s, schizophrenia, eating disorders, dementia, and age-related conditions. Mealtimes play a hugely important role in our residents’ wellbeing, comfort, and daily routine — and our kitchen team is at the heart of that experience.

As a **Second Cook**, you’ll work closely with the lead cook to help prepare nutritious, balanced meals while maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming kitchen environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys teamwork, takes pride in quality food preparation, and wants to make a positive difference in people’s lives.

### Your Role Will Include

-   Assisting with the preparation and cooking of fresh, nutritious meals for residents
-   Supporting residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and care plans
-   Helping maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and food hygiene
-   Assisting with menu ideas and meal preparation for varied tastes and dietary requirements
-   Ensuring food is stored correctly and used within required dates
-   Supporting smooth kitchen operations and mealtime service
-   Confidently working independently when required while remaining part of a supportive care team

## Requirements

-   Previous kitchen or catering experience preferred
-   A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude
-   Understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling practices
-   Experience working towards high food hygiene standards is desirable
-   Food Hygiene certification is beneficial but not essential
-   Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment
-   A caring nature and understanding of the importance of nutrition in care settings
-   Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking procedures
-   Ability to lone-work

## Benefits

-   **£12.88 per hour**
-   **30 hours per week**
-   Mileage paid over 5 miles (up to 50 miles per day)
-   Company pension scheme
-   Life insurance
-   Meals provided during shifts
-   24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support
-   Monthly staff bonus scheme
-   Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £250
-   Free onsite parking
-   A friendly and supportive working environment with opportunities to grow

-   **Please note:** Applicants must currently live in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.