Cook

Nazareth; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS/PVG clearance paid

Induction and ongoing learning

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card discounts

National Living Wage (18-22)

Job summary

Nazareth care home in Birkenhead is seeking a dedicated Cook to assist in preparing and serving meals for residents. You will work under the Catering Manager, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently within budget and adheres to health and safety standards.

A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is essential; NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality is desirable. We provide full training, DBS/PVG clearance paid, wellbeing support, and access to Blue Light Card discounts and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and understanding of HACCP essential.
• S/NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality desirable.
• Able to prepare and serve meals with attention to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food in accordance with hygiene regulations.
• Involve in preparation and serving of all meals for residents.
• Participate in general kitchen duties as required.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Support Catering Manager to operate the kitchen within budget.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Communication

Time management

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality

Job description

We have an opportunity for a Cook position at our care home. The main purpose of this role is to assist in the preparation and provision of meals, have the responsibility for the day to day running of the kitchen ensuring compliance with relevant Health & Safety and Food Hygiene requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To prepare and cook food in accordance with food hygiene regulations
• To be involved with the preparation and serving of all meals
• Participate in general kitchen duties as required
• To ensure high standard of hygiene and cleanliness are adhered to and maintained at all times within the kitchen
• You will support the Catering Manager to operate the kitchen effectively and efficiently working within a budget

All posts offered are subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS or PVG disclosure.

About You

As a Cook, you will prepare and cook food in accordance with food hygiene regulations, providing high quality catering for our residents. The role would suit someone who has a passionate about food and can delivery good quality catering services. The ideal person for this role would have good communication skills, flexible approach, have the ability to prioritise tasks and have excellent time management skills.

A minimum of Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and an understand of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points is essential. S/NVQ level 2 in Catering and Hospitality would be desirable.

Working for Us

We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return,you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your well‑being and throughout your career we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• We will pay for your DBS or PVG disclosure certificate
• Induction and commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues.
• Access to Blue Light Card -discount service providing members with thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street
• Aged 18-22 – we pay at least National Living Wage rate