Care Home Cook & Menu Lead — Mentor & Create

NHS; Forest Hall; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning care provider in Forest Hall is seeking a passionate Cook to enhance meal quality and address individual dietary needs. The successful candidate will prepare delicious meals, lead a kitchen team, and offer personalized food services in a compassionate environment. Experience with menu design and team management is essential for this role, which offers opportunities for professional growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Pension contribution of 5%

Fully funded training and development

28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Recognition and referral schemes

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Head Cook in a similar environment.
• Proven ability to motivate a team and lead by example.
• Supervisory or Line Management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Create menus and plate up food for residents, ensuring quality.
• Coach and develop a team while fostering community spirit.
• Cater meals to residents' individual needs and preferences.

Skills

Caring nature

Leadership

Flexibility

Effective delegation

Education

City & Guilds 706 1&2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

An award-winning care provider in Forest Hall is seeking a passionate Cook to enhance meal quality and address individual dietary needs. The successful candidate will prepare delicious meals, lead a kitchen team, and offer personalized food services in a compassionate environment. Experience with menu design and team management is essential for this role, which offers opportunities for professional growth and community engagement.