Care Home Kitchen Chef: Nutritious, Home-Style Meals

St Philip's Care; Selby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

St Philip's Care is seeking a reliable and experienced cook to join our busy kitchen at The Grove Skellingthorpe Care Centre. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals within budgets set by the home manager, delivering meals to residents with care and attention to texture and flavours.

You should have NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering or a valid Food Hygiene certificate, knowledge of modified diets, and good verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering, Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate.
• Knowledge of textured and modified diets.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate to residents in a kind and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• To prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• To work in accordance with the home’s policies.
• To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times.
• To use resources effectively and order food.
• Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Care Centre Manager
• Attend mandatory and in-house training as required
• Understand COSHH
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene records as required

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 / 706/2 in Catering or Basic/Intermediate Food Hygiene

Job description

St Philip's Care is seeking a reliable and experienced cook to join our busy kitchen at The Grove Skellingthorpe Care Centre. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals within budgets set by the home manager, delivering meals to residents with care and attention to texture and flavours.

You should have NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering or a valid Food Hygiene certificate, knowledge of modified diets, and good verbal and written communication.