Cook/Chef - Care Home

Ten 90 Recruitment Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a passionate Cook/Chef to enhance the lives of individuals in care services. Responsibilities include preparing meals, ensuring food safety, and collaborating with teams. Candidates should have at least one year of cooking experience, with a focus on creating nutritious meals. This position offers flexible hours and competitive pay ranging from £16.79 to £18.82 per hour, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Enhanced rates on public holidays

Recommend a friend scheme

Continuous support and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role required.
• Able to manage food supplies and inventory.
• Collaborate with the care team for meal planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals including special dietary requirements.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Contribute to menu planning and design.

Skills

Experience in a cooking role

Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Passion for creating nutritious meals

Job description

Ten90 Recruitment is looking for a Cook/Chef to make a difference to the lives of people in the services we support!

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef/Cook to join us to work within a number of different services, where we are already supplying into with care staff

Your responsibilities will include the following;

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals, including special dietary requirements.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Manage food supplies and inventory.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure meals are tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Contribute to menu planning and design.
• May be required to assist with serving meals and/or preparing snacks.

The requirements for this role include the following;

• Proven experience in a cooking role, preferably in a healthcare or care home setting.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals.

To achieve this, we are looking for caring, compassionate and motivated individuals who understand how to deliver a high quality service

Minimum of 1 year experience required in a similar role

In return for your continued commitment and dedication, we offer the following benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Pay rate is from £16.79 to £18.82 per hour depending on shifts, rising after 12 weeks of continuous employment
• Enhanced rates on public holidays
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Continuous support and professional development throughout your employment

We are an equal opportunities employer and all candidates suitable will be considered.

Unfortunately, we can't offer sponsorship at this time

We are recruiting now so, please submit your CV or call #removed#, 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.

We look forward to hearing from you.