Care Home Cook — Nutritious Meals & Teamwork

Exemplar Health Care; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Wages before payday

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Exemplar Health Care is seeking a Cook at Laurel Place care home in Bishop Auckland. You will prepare delicious, nutritious meals for adults with complex needs, ensuring positive dining experiences and social interaction within a supportive team.

Role involves flexible hours, induction/training, and adhering to food hygiene standards while developing menus to meet diverse dietary requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for varied dietary requirements.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Ability to adapt to flexible hours.
• Willingness to complete induction and training.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving food.
• Developing suitable menus by understanding residents' needs and preferences.
• Interacting with residents to gather feedback on meals.
• Complying with food hygiene standards.
• Completing relevant checks and maintaining records.
• Working as a supportive member of the Catering Team.

Skills

Cooking skills

Menu development

Team player

Adaptable

Communication

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Catering qualification

Job description

Exemplar Health Care is seeking a Cook at Laurel Place care home in Bishop Auckland. You will prepare delicious, nutritious meals for adults with complex needs, ensuring positive dining experiences and social interaction within a supportive team.

Role involves flexible hours, induction/training, and adhering to food hygiene standards while developing menus to meet diverse dietary requirements.