Assistant Cook - Day Services

Sunderland Care and Support Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a team member for an industrial kitchen role. You will assist in preparing meals for individuals with varied diets while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The position offers a starting salary of £25,583, excellent training opportunities, and a supportive working culture. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to high standards of customer care and a proactive approach to health and safety.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Career development opportunities

Regular supervision and appraisal

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in food preparation and maintain high standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, including CQC/OFSTED guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation as directed.
• Deputise for the cook when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Promote effective waste management.

Job description

Overview

The successful applicant will work as part of a small team in an industrial kitchen providing meals to people with varied diets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of all food and beverages as and when required, as directed by the cook, assistant cook or manager, whilst ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Deputise in the absence of the cook.
• Prepare and serve food in accordance with defined standards and quality, working within CQC /OFSTED guidelines regarding current health safety and hygiene legislation and Health and Safety policy, with the aim of achieving high standards of customer care and good quality at low cost.
• Help maintain excellent standards within the kitchen to meet the needs of environmental health and maintain the current hygiene rating of 5 stars.
• Promote and participate in a proactive approach to Health and Safety in the delivery of all catering operations.
• Keep abreast of new initiatives, systems and regulations through regular training.
• Promote effective waste management within the kitchen.
• Safeguard people's human rights at all times and ensure that the care and support provided protects people and ensures their safety and well‑being.
• Work as part of a team to provide practical, emotional and flexible care and support, geared to the needs and goals of the individual, as identified within their Care Plan.

Benefits

• Starting salary of £25,583 (pro rata if working less than 37 hours per week)
• Positive and rewarding job role and culture
• Excellent training opportunities
• A pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Career development opportunities
• 6‑month probationary period
• Regular 1‑1 supervision
• Annual appraisal

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.

About the Organisation

Sunderland Care and Support is one of the largest providers of social care services within the Northeast, delivering a range of services on behalf of Sunderland City Council. We provide person‑centred, innovative services that improve the lives of the people we serve. Our mission is to provide customers with the care and support they need to live happy, healthy and successful lives. We value all our staff and believe investing in them through training and development forms the foundation to deliver excellence in care.