Care Home Cook & Kitchen Lead

Keane Premier Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream early wage access

Wellbeing support via Wisdom app

Free confidential counselling sessions

Exclusive high street discounts

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Job summary

Keane is seeking a Cook to plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents in our care home in the United Kingdom. You will ensure meals meet dietary needs, maintain high standards of quality and presentation, and oversee kitchen operations and budgets.

You will work with the Care Home Manager and team to address resident feedback, train staff, and uphold food safety, cleanliness and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• PVG check required
• Two relevant satisfactory references required

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for residents and offer a variety of snacks throughout the day.
• Liaise with the Care Home Manager/ Operations team.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Manage the kitchen, including ordering, inventory control, and food budget management.
• Create menus that are appealing and varied, considering dietary needs of residents.
• Collaborate with team members to address resident feedback and special requests.
• Monitor portion control and waste.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Adhere to all Food Safety and Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Job description

Keane is seeking a Cook to plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents in our care home in the United Kingdom. You will ensure meals meet dietary needs, maintain high standards of quality and presentation, and oversee kitchen operations and budgets.

You will work with the Care Home Manager and team to address resident feedback, train staff, and uphold food safety, cleanliness and safety regulations.