Chef / Cook
Hill Care Group
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Job summary
Hill Care Ltd in Tees Valley is looking for a Kitchen Manager to organise and control efficient, hygienic food production within budget. You will lead kitchen staff, plan menus with the Home Manager, and ensure Health & Safety standards in the dining areas with a strong focus on resident wellbeing.
The role requires City & Guilds 706-1/2, basic food hygiene, and good communication. Previous supervisory experience and police clearance are preferred.
Qualifications
- City & Guilds 706-1/2 (achieved or working towards).
- Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate.
- Good communication skills.
- Team player with ability to work on own initiative.
- Satisfactory Police Check and POVA List check where applicable.
- Willingness to meet required standards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals as required.
- Accommodate special dietary requirements and client preferences.
- Plan, cost and liaise on menus with Home Manager to provide balanced meals.
- Arrange/participate in staff and client meetings.
- Maintain records of stock, temperatures, and deliveries.
- Prepare staff rota and assist in recruitment per policy.
- Supervise kitchen staff and deliver basic food hygiene training.
- Attend mandatory training days and ensure health and safety standards.
- Promote safe working practices and report any issues promptly.
- Adhere to company policies and maintain clean, well-maintained equipment.
Skills
Education
Job description
To organise and control the efficient and economic production of quality food within the allowed budget, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with EHO regulations.
- City & Guilds 706 - 1 & 2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
- Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate
- Good communication skills
- Team player
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Satisfactory Police Check and check against the POVA List (where applicable)
- Intermediate Food / Hygiene Certificate
- Previous supervisory experience
- Experience of Food Preparation for the relevant Client group
1. Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required.
2. Provide for special dietary requirements where necessary, and take into account the preferences of individual Clients.
3. Liaise with the Home Manager when planning / costing menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of available fresh foods.
4. Arrange / participate in Staff and Client meetings as required.
5. Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer / fridge temperatures.
6. Ensure stock rotation. Order stocks and check deliveries, and check and value stocks as required by the Home Manager.
1. Prepare Staff rota for Kitchen.
2. Interview for new Staff Members with the Home Manager as and when required, in line with the Company’s Recruitment policy.
9. Supervise and instruct Kitchen Staff Members in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures, giving help and guidance where appropriate.
10. Conduct basic food hygiene training for all Care Staff involved in handling and delivery of food.
11. Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
12. Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off site, as and when required.
13. Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
14. Ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately, and that the overall cleaning of the kitchen area (and, where appropriate, the dining areas) is carried out effectively.
15. Report immediately to the Home Manager, or Person in Charge, any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Client, colleague, self or another.
16. Understand, and ensure the implementation of, the Care Centre’s Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures.
17. Report to the Home Manager, or the Handyperson, any faulty appliances, damaged furniture, equipment or any potential hazard.
18. Promote safe working practice in the Care Centre.
19. Promote a positive personal / professional profile within the local community, ensuring the good reputation of the Care Centre at all times.
20. Ensure that all information of confidential nature gained in the course of duty is not divulged to third parties.
21. Notify the Home Manager, or the Person in Charge, as soon as possible of your inability to report for duty, and also on your return to work from all periods of absence.
22. Ensure the security of the Care Centre is maintained at all times
23. Adhere to all Company policies and procedures within the defined timescales.
24. Ensure all equipment is clean and well maintained.
25. Carry out any other tasks that may be reasonably assigned to you.
This Job Description indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as an exhaustive list.
Hill Care Ltd reserves the right to amend this Job Description from time to time, according to business needs. Any changes will be confirmed in writing. Please note that you share with Hill Care Ltd the responsibility for making suggestions to alter the scope of your duties and improve the effectiveness of your post.
- City & Guilds 706 - 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards)
- Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate
- Good communication skills
- Team player
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Satisfactory Police Check and check against the POVA List (where applicable)
- Intermediate Food / Hygiene Certificate
- Previous supervisory experience
- Experience of Food Preparation for the relevant Client group
At Hill Care, we provide high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care that’s tailored to the individual needs of each resident and their family.
Our experienced, compassionate teams deliver personalised support in safe, comfortable, and homely surroundings. We promote dignity, choice, and independence, creating an environment where residents feel respected, supported and valued.
Choosing a care home is a significant decision—and so is choosing where you work. We understand the emotional impact that transition can have on families, and we’re here to offer the expertise, reassurance and personal support they need.
By joining our team, you'll become part of a group that genuinely puts people first. Whether it’s residential, nursing, or dementia care, we focus on delivering the right support, at the right time, in the right way - and you’ll be central to that mission.
We’re proud of the difference we make every day. If you’re compassionate, dedicated, and ready to grow your career in a supportive environment, we’d love to welcome you to the Hill Care family.
At Hill Care, your work has real meaning. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your career in care, you can make a difference - every single day.
We’re looking for people who are caring, compassionate, and ready to support older and vulnerable people with dignity and respect. If you have a positive, can-do attitude and want to be part of a team that truly values its staff and residents, then you’ve come to the right place.
Many of our senior leaders began their careers as carers—and we’re proud to support others on that same journey. With a wide range of career paths and progression opportunities, you can build a future that works for you.
We offer:
- A clear route for progression into senior and management roles
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A supportive environment that recognises your contribution
- The chance to work in a well-maintained, high-quality home environment
You’ll be working in our residents’ home—and we never forget that. We maintain high standards of care, and in return, we support our teams to grow and thrive.
If you’re kind, driven, and want a role where you’re truly making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join Hill Care, and become part of a team that treats people like family.
We provide professional training, personal development and promotion paths to support and progress you.
Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme
£12.90 per hour
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