Cook - Bank

Gold Care Homes; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Professional Development

Refer a Friend

Employee of the Month

Long term service awards

Job summary

Gold Care Homes at Martins House in Stevenage is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare, cook, and assemble ingredients for a range of dishes, monitor inventory, and ensure the kitchen remains clean and compliant with health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a solid knowledge of cooking techniques, and is committed to high-quality meals for residents. We offer development opportunities and recognition programs.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of health and safety guidelines and food handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and assemble ingredients for various dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts
• Ensure that all dishes are of high-quality and follow company recipes
• Report any equipment issues to management
• Monitor inventory, ordering new food and supplies as necessary
• Resolve issues with customers’ orders as needed
• Keep the kitchen neat and tidy, ensuring everything is sanitized appropriately
• Follow all health and safety guidelines
• Assist other cooks as needed

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Job description

About Our Home:

At Martins House, retirement isn’t just a phase—it’s a golden chapter filled with laughter, memories, and the simple joys of life. Nestled amidst lush gardens, our residents find delight in every corner, from the nostalgic charm of our 1960s-themed sweet shop to the warmth of our dementia café. Whether it’s a chat under the conservatory’s sun or a pampering session at our in-house salon, every day here is a testament to life’s sweet moments. Dive into a world where the past meets the present, and every day is a celebration. Welcome to Martins House a care home in Stevenage, where golden years truly shine.

About the Cook Position

Our restaurant is seeking a skilled and dedicated Cook to join our kitchen staff! As a Cook, your responsibilities will include preparing delicious dishes in a timely manner, monitoring inventory and equipment, and maintaining the kitchen’s cleanliness.

The right candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment with ease and have excellent knowledge of various cooking techniques.

Cook Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and assemble ingredients for various dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts
• Ensure that all dishes are of high‑quality and follow company recipes
• Report any equipment issues to management
• Monitor inventory, ordering new food and supplies as necessary
• Resolve issues with customers’ orders as needed
• Keep the kitchen neat and tidy, ensuring everything is sanitized appropriately
• Follow all health and safety guidelines
• Assist other cooks as needed

What we can offer you:

• £14.50 Per Hour
• Employee of the Month
• Long term service awards
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Development
• Refer a Friend