Head Cook - The Hollies
| Posting date: | 09 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 August 2025 |
| Location: | Hessle, East Riding Of Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HICA Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Shine bright in a new career this summer – become a Head Cook at The Hollies!
The HICA Group has a exciting new opportunity for caring & enthusiastic individual to join our ever growing team as a Head Cook at one of homes - The Hollies, based in Hessle!
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. HICA do not offer sponsorship to Non-UK Nationals.
Pay & Hours:
£13.00 per hour
40 hours per week
Working on a 7 day rota with alternate weekends.
The Role:
Provide planned meals to a high culinary standard with emphasis on presentation and quality, ensuring nutritional value and the dietetic needs are met.
Ensures that food is served appropriately, on time and meets all HICA standards.
Provides day-to-day supervision of all staff employed in the kitchen in the absence of the Chef.
Ensures a high standard quality of cleanliness throughout the kitchen area, ensure compliance with all Health and Safety and Food Hygiene legislation and thorough implementation of the organisations HACCP system, and all other HICA policies and procedures.
Receives, checks and stores deliveries in line with the HACCP procedures in the absence of the Chef.
Responsible for purchasing and ordering within any guidelines given by the organisation.
Interact with Service Users professionally and respectfully, communicating and completing questionnaires.
Where necessary be responsible for serving food and beverages to Service Users
Who we are looking for:
Holds a relevant qualification for this role (or equivalent)
Previous experience of working in a Kitchen environment.
Excellent knowledge of individual dietary needs.
A good understanding of those with challenging behaviours.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Rewards & Benefits:
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
New for 2025 - Wagestream – Your Pay, Your Way
Take control of your earnings with Wagestream! Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly, whenever you need it.
Car Maintenance Made Easy
Spread the cost of MOTs, servicing, and repairs with our new car maintenance scheme—saving you time and money.
Cycle to Work with Halfords
Save up to £1,000 a year on your commute with our tax-efficient cycle-to-work scheme.
£250 - £2000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
Know someone amazing? Refer them and earn up to £2000 when they join the team!
Instant Recognition Rewards
Win on-the-spot vouchers—£££s awarded every month for going above and beyond.
Grow with Us
We are incredibly proud of our highly praised Induction programme, ideal for experienced carers and new starters alike. Plus, you’ll have access to funded qualifications and clear pathways for internal career progression.
Monthly In-House Lottery
Big cash prizes up for grabs every month—just for being part of the team!
Exclusive Discounts
Enjoy savings on retail, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment, and cinema tickets.
Fitness Perks
Discounted gym memberships nationwide, plus FREE on-demand workouts and classes you can stream at home.
Smart Savings & Loans
Access savings plans and affordable loans through our credit union partnership. Plus, take advantage of Techsave—a scheme that lets you purchase the latest tech through work, available twice a year.
Health & Protection Plans
Discounted hospital and death benefit plans for peace of mind.
Wellbeing Support
Free counselling and 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
Free Parking
Hassle-free parking at work—no extra cost.
About Us:
Nestled in its own beautiful grounds, The Hollies Care Centre is conveniently located within easy walking distance of local shops, a health centre, the library and all the other amenities that Hessle has to offer. At The Hollies Care Centre we put the needs of each individual first. Our staff receive ongoing specialist training in all areas, including dementia care, to ensure that our residents receive the very best care possible.
HICA Group are a ‘Not for Profit’ organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community.
The HICA Group has a exciting new opportunity for caring & enthusiastic individual to join our ever growing team as a Head Cook at one of homes - The Hollies, based in Hessle!
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. HICA do not offer sponsorship to Non-UK Nationals.
Pay & Hours:
£13.00 per hour
40 hours per week
Working on a 7 day rota with alternate weekends.
The Role:
Provide planned meals to a high culinary standard with emphasis on presentation and quality, ensuring nutritional value and the dietetic needs are met.
Ensures that food is served appropriately, on time and meets all HICA standards.
Provides day-to-day supervision of all staff employed in the kitchen in the absence of the Chef.
Ensures a high standard quality of cleanliness throughout the kitchen area, ensure compliance with all Health and Safety and Food Hygiene legislation and thorough implementation of the organisations HACCP system, and all other HICA policies and procedures.
Receives, checks and stores deliveries in line with the HACCP procedures in the absence of the Chef.
Responsible for purchasing and ordering within any guidelines given by the organisation.
Interact with Service Users professionally and respectfully, communicating and completing questionnaires.
Where necessary be responsible for serving food and beverages to Service Users
Who we are looking for:
Holds a relevant qualification for this role (or equivalent)
Previous experience of working in a Kitchen environment.
Excellent knowledge of individual dietary needs.
A good understanding of those with challenging behaviours.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Rewards & Benefits:
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
New for 2025 - Wagestream – Your Pay, Your Way
Take control of your earnings with Wagestream! Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly, whenever you need it.
Car Maintenance Made Easy
Spread the cost of MOTs, servicing, and repairs with our new car maintenance scheme—saving you time and money.
Cycle to Work with Halfords
Save up to £1,000 a year on your commute with our tax-efficient cycle-to-work scheme.
£250 - £2000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
Know someone amazing? Refer them and earn up to £2000 when they join the team!
Instant Recognition Rewards
Win on-the-spot vouchers—£££s awarded every month for going above and beyond.
Grow with Us
We are incredibly proud of our highly praised Induction programme, ideal for experienced carers and new starters alike. Plus, you’ll have access to funded qualifications and clear pathways for internal career progression.
Monthly In-House Lottery
Big cash prizes up for grabs every month—just for being part of the team!
Exclusive Discounts
Enjoy savings on retail, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment, and cinema tickets.
Fitness Perks
Discounted gym memberships nationwide, plus FREE on-demand workouts and classes you can stream at home.
Smart Savings & Loans
Access savings plans and affordable loans through our credit union partnership. Plus, take advantage of Techsave—a scheme that lets you purchase the latest tech through work, available twice a year.
Health & Protection Plans
Discounted hospital and death benefit plans for peace of mind.
Wellbeing Support
Free counselling and 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
Free Parking
Hassle-free parking at work—no extra cost.
About Us:
Nestled in its own beautiful grounds, The Hollies Care Centre is conveniently located within easy walking distance of local shops, a health centre, the library and all the other amenities that Hessle has to offer. At The Hollies Care Centre we put the needs of each individual first. Our staff receive ongoing specialist training in all areas, including dementia care, to ensure that our residents receive the very best care possible.
HICA Group are a ‘Not for Profit’ organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community.