Cook

St Philip's Care; Bracebridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

St Philip's Care is seeking a reliable cook to join our busy kitchen. You will prepare meals like Sunday roasts and desserts, work within budgets set by the home manager, and ensure high standards of hygiene and presentation for residents.

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 2 in Catering (706/2) or equivalent and a Food Hygiene certificate. DBS/PVG checks are required; training is provided for care/home-specific needs.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Catering or 706/2 required.
• Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate required.
• Experience in care, hospital or commercial kitchen advantageous but training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and beverages.
• Work in accordance with home policies.
• Maintain high hygiene standards in kitchen.
• Use resources effectively and order food.
• Report issues to Care Centre Manager.

Skills

Cooking

Food hygiene

Communication

Resident care empathy

Education

NVQ Level 2 Catering (706/2)

Basic/Intermediate Food Hygiene

Job description

We are recruiting for a reliable and experience cook to join our busy kitchen and team. A person who has high standards in quality and presentation, delivering the very best nutritional meals. You would be able to work within budgets as set by the home manager. At The Grove Skellingthorpe Care Centre our residents prefer good old fashioned home cooking for example: Sunday Roast's and for puddings our residents enjoy a jam sponge or crumble with custard. For Birthdays we make a special effort to celebrate so our Cooks and KA's make a range of cakes and sponges for these special occasion's If you have a passion for cooking and a passion for the elderly and would like to join a supportive and inclusive team then this could be the role for you! The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS / PVG check. As a Cook you will be responsible for:

• To prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• To work in accordance with the homes 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 Minimum qualification NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering, Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate
• Knowledge of textured and modified diets
• Experience in a care, hospital or commercial kitchen setting would be advantageous but not essential as full training can be provided
• Have good verbal and written skills
• To have the ability to relate to our residents in a kind and courteous manner