Cook/Chef - Care Home

Ten 90 Recruitment Group; Kempston Hardwick; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef to enhance the lives of individuals in care services. The role involves preparing meals, managing food inventory, and ensuring food safety. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, particularly in healthcare settings. This position offers flexible working hours and competitive pay starting at £12.21 per hour, increasing after 12 weeks. Apply today to make a meaningful impact!

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Enhanced pay for public holidays

Continuous support and professional development

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Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Pay rate is from £12.21 to £13.68 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

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We look forward to hearing from you.