Cook - Bank

ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD; Leasingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in the UK is looking for a Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents. The role involves maintaining hygiene standards, managing kitchen duties, and participating in training. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 2 in Catering and a passion for cooking for the elderly. Benefits include flexible working, paid holidays, and opportunities for further qualifications.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Flexible opportunities

Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering required.
• Knowledge of textured and modified diets preferred.
• Experience in kitchen setting is advantageous, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• Maintain high hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Order food and manage budget effectively.
• Attend mandatory training as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to relate to residents

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering

Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

As a Cook you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• 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.

We are recruiting for a reliable and experienced 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. 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Have the ability to relate to our residents in a kind and courteous manner.

Benefits

• 4-weekly pay periods.
• Full training given.
• Paid induction and shadow shifts.
• E-Learning incentive scheme.
• Paid holiday.
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
• Rewards scheme for all staff.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications "learn while you earn!".
• To be part of the St Philip's Care family across the UK.
• The chance to change lives.