Bank Cook

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home provider in Taunton is seeking a skilled Cook to join the team. You will prepare and serve nourishing meals for residents, ensuring quality and safety in food preparation. The role involves close cooperation with the Head Chef in menu planning and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant culinary qualifications and a good understanding of food safety practices. With opportunities for professional growth, this position seeks individuals passionate about improving residents' well-being through food.

Benefits

Onsite Parking

Pension

Paid DBS

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Achieved or working towards culinary qualifications.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate essential.
• Experience in food preparation for dietary needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals.
• Work with the Head Chef to plan nutritious menus.
• Manage kitchen operations and maintain hygiene standards.
• Keep accurate records of food supplies and safety measures.

Skills

Culinary Qualifications

Team Player

Food Hygiene

Communication Skills

Initiative

Education

City & Guilds 7060/7061 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Aspen Court Care Home Contract: Bank Salary: £12.71 Per Hour. Shift Type: Days. Contracted hours: Bank. Aspen Court Nursing & Dementia Nursing Home is a modern, purpose-built home in the peaceful northern outskirts of Taunton, offering high-quality Dementia and Nursing care for up to 42 residents.

We’re looking for a skilled Cook to join our care home team, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day.

What we offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to Bank hours
• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

Role significance

As Cook, you’ll do more than just cook – you’ll be crafting meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents. Your expertise in the kitchen will help create a welcoming atmosphere where food is something everyone looks forward to.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.
• Menu Planning: Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients.
• Kitchen Management: Take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organizing and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality.
• Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed.
• Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.

Skills, knowledge & qualifications

• Culinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 7060/7061, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals.
• Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety.
• Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents’ dietary needs.
• Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen, when the Head Chef isn’t available.

Desirable experience

• Specialized Food Preparation: Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents.
• Care Environment Experience: Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential.

About us

You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re passionate about cooking and want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we’d love to have you join our team. Bring your culinary skills to our kitchen, where your meals will nourish, delight, and contribute to the well-being of those in our care.

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