Care Kitchen Lead - Nutritious Menus, Growth Path

Hill Care Group; Hanley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free parking

Competitive salary

Employee development programs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Hill Care Ltd seeks a Kitchen/Cook to efficiently produce quality meals within budget while upholding high cleanliness standards in line with EHO guidelines. You will manage menus in collaboration with the Home Manager, supervise kitchen staff, and maintain hygiene and safety across the kitchen/dining areas.

The role requires City & Guilds 706-1/2 (or working towards), a Basic Food Hygiene certificate, and strong teamwork with excellent communication. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706-1/2 or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).
• Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate is required.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility.
• Satisfactory Police Check and POVA List checks where applicable.
• Desired: Intermediate Food / Hygiene Certificate and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals as needed.
• Provide for special dietary requirements and client preferences.
• Liaise with Home Manager when planning/ costing menus for nutritious options.
• Arrange/participate in staff and client meetings as required.
• Maintain records of food supplies and temperature checks.
• Ensure stock rotation, ordering, and delivery verification.
• Prepare staff rota for Kitchen and assist in recruitment as needed.
• Supervise kitchen staff and conduct basic food hygiene training.
• Attend mandatory training days/courses on/off site when required.
• Ensure Health and Safety standards in kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

City & Guilds 706-1/2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Good communication skills

Team player

Ability to work on own initiative

Police Check / POVA clearances

Job description

Hill Care Ltd seeks a Kitchen/Cook to efficiently produce quality meals within budget while upholding high cleanliness standards in line with EHO guidelines. You will manage menus in collaboration with the Home Manager, supervise kitchen staff, and maintain hygiene and safety across the kitchen/dining areas.

The role requires City & Guilds 706-1/2 (or working towards), a Basic Food Hygiene certificate, and strong teamwork with excellent communication. Training and development are provided.