Cook - Learning Disabilities

At Milestones Trust we recognise that without the hard work, commitment and passion of our staff, we wouldn't be the charity that we are today. In return, we are committed to rewarding you with a competitive pay and benefits package including:

30 days' annual leave, including recognised public holidays

Learning and development to support your career growth

Nationally recognised qualifications, from entry‑level care to management

Flexible working, with rotas provided in advance

Occupational Sick Pay after two years, increasing with service

Health Cash Plan after probation, offering at least £695 cashback for health treatments (dental, optical, therapies, maternity/paternity, prescriptions)

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Free enhanced DBS check

Dayforce Wallet, giving you access to your earnings before payday

Employee referral scheme with financial rewards

Employee Assistance Programme from day one, offering confidential 24/7 support

Company pension scheme to help grow your retirement savings

We pride ourselves with being able to offer staff opportunities to develop and progress their careers within Milestones Trust.

Working in this 18 bedded and friendly nursing home for people with learning disabilities and complex health needs, you will be responsible for all aspects of running a safe, clean kitchen and delivering a varied menu of healthy, delicious meals. Mealtimes are an important occasion to the people we support in their home, not just to gain good nutrition but also to socialise and enjoy flavours and colours.

As a Cook, your responsibilities will include:

Food preparation and production of high-quality foods in a safe and hygienic manner

Providing varied menu choices for people with dietary requirements following IDDSI guidelines

Comply with Food Health and Safety procedures

Adhering to daily documentation and cleaning schedules ensuring a clean safe environment determined by law and company policies

Ordering of produce in compliance to budgets

Many of the people we support have specific needs, where their food must be prepared in the right way so that they can safely enjoy their meals. For example, they may have difficulty chewing and swallowing and need softer foods prepared following IDDSI guidelines. If you don't have experience in this training will be provided. Others may need to manage their weight, have food intolerances, or have diabetes.

As you will be working alone in the kitchen, you will be expected to manage your own workload as there will be multiple task that need to carry out throughout the shift. You will also need to communicate effectively with staff and people we support as you will be an essential part of the team that makes this home a great place to live and work.