Cook - Bank

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Selby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Learn while you earn

Full training provided

Paid induction

Shadow shifts

Flexible opportunities

Rewards scheme

Refer a friend bonus £100

Job summary

St Philip's Care is seeking a reliable and experienced cook to join our busy kitchen, delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to residents. You will prepare and serve meals, ensure high hygiene standards, work in line with home policies, and participate in in-house training to develop skills.

Full training is provided, with opportunities to progress within the St Philip's Care family across the UK. Flexibility for shifts and a supportive, inclusive team environment are offered, along with a

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering or Food Hygiene certificate is required.
• Experience in care, hospital or commercial kitchen desirable but training provided.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• To prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• To work in accordance with home policies and maintain high hygiene standards.
• To manage kitchen duties, order food and use resources efficiently.
• Report issues to the Care Centre Manager.
• Attend mandatory in-house training and COSHH awareness.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

COSHH knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering; Food Hygiene certificate

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.

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

As Cook it preferable for you to have:

• 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

Benefits of working with the St Philips Family

• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications "learn while you earn!"
• Full training given
• Paid induction and shadow shifts
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life
• Rewards scheme for all staff
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00
• To be part of the St Philip's Care family across the UK