Cook

340 Leeds Road, Lofthouse, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF3 3QQ

Cook

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• Location: 340 Leeds Road, Lofthouse, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF3 3QQ
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Category: Kitchen
• Shift Type: Days
• Shift Structure: 36 hours per week
• Closing Date: 30 May 2025
• Pay: £14.29 per hour

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

It’s true what they say, the kitchen is the heart of the home. At Orchard Care Homes, our kitchens are no different. They are at the centre of all our homes and provide delicious, and nutritious home-cooked meals for everyone.

Care Home Chef - 36hrs per week

£14.29ph

Location: Lofthouse Grange Care Home

Introduction to the role

A talented Chef can bring to life a few ingredients that evoke memories of the past and bring warmth to an individual.

Orchard Care Homes values its kitchen staff, and we reward colleagues with training, support and the freedom to cook up a storm.

Working with the Home Manager and care staff, you will create nutritious and balanced meals that cater for the individual needs of those living in the home. You will supervise a dedicated team to prepare daily meals, manage food orders, stock levels, and maintenance of vital equipment.

Following food safety guidelines, you will ensure the kitchen is fit for purpose and able to complete the daily meals on time.

This is a vital role in all our homes. If you would like to know more or visit our kitchens, please apply and a team member will be in touch.

Main Duties

• Plan, prepare, and cook a variety of appealing, nutritious meals tailored to individuals’ preferences and dietary requirements, following Orchard Care Homes’ Good Food Guide, with amendments made after approval from the Support Centre.
• Be active and encouraging, providing advice and guidance to the team, ensuring a friendly, supportive working environment.

• Understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health, the Care Standards Act, and Infection Prevention and Control policies to maintain a safe environment.

• Implement, monitor, and maintain cleaning schedules per the Food Safety Manual, ensuring all kitchen areas are clean, including washing pots, pans, and dishes as needed.

• Ensure sufficient food stocks are ordered from approved suppliers, maintain stock rotation, and ensure high-quality standards are met.

Desirable Skills

Knowledge of texture-modified diets and food allergens; experience in creating specific meal plans to suit individual needs.

About Us

Located with easy links to Leeds and Wakefield, Lofthouse Grange & Lodge is a modern care home specializing in the care of older people. The Grange provides 24-hour residential care for 31 residents, and the Lodge offers additional round-the-clock dementia care for 57 residents.

Winner of the Gold trophy for Best Smaller Care Home Group at the CHA (Care Home Awards) 2021.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care we would wish for our loved ones.

We invest in our staff’s professional development, offering extensive training and progression opportunities across our homes.

Benefits

• Access to Blue Light Discount Card
• Excellent training and career progression opportunities from day one
• Recognition schemes, including ‘Making a Difference’ awards and an annual ceremony
• Free uniform and parking
• Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub for confidential support