Cook/Chef - No Evenings - South Bristol

Able Care Homes; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a residential care home where you will prepare delightful meals for elderly residents. This role is not just about cooking; it's about creating a warm, family-like atmosphere where residents feel valued and cared for. You'll have the chance to make a real difference in their lives by understanding their preferences and dietary needs. With a supportive environment and opportunities for training, this position offers a fulfilling career path. If you are passionate about food and care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to shine and grow.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Subsidised DBS check

Guaranteed hours

Special bank holiday rates

Paid holidays

Subsidised staff uniform

Paid training

Free confidential counselling

Private health care insurance

Employee of the Week scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen is preferred but not required.
• Understanding of food hygiene is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare traditional home-cooked meals for residents.
• Ensure food hygiene and infection control standards are met.
• Promote choice and meet dietary requirements.

Skills

Food hygiene

Cooking skills

Experience in a kitchen

Caring attitude

Job description

We are looking for a chef to prepare meals for our elderly residents in our residential care home in Hengrove, South Bristol.

We need someone who can produce traditional home-cooked meals. We are not looking for qualifications necessarily; we need you to always see the best in people, be relaxed, and go with the flow, and we can teach you the rest. Caring for people is a rewarding and fulfilling career, and you will have the opportunity to interact with residents over their choices and preferences. You will need good standards and an understanding of food hygiene. We are looking for someone who has experience in a kitchen, is open and caring, and who can make a difference to our team.

JOB ROLE:

1. Cooking and preparing meals and snacks
2. Food hygiene and infection control
3. Promoting choice and offering alternatives to residents
4. Meeting dietary requirements and allergen needs
5. Focus on family atmosphere amongst all residents, families, friends, and staff
6. Accurate and detailed record keeping
7. Follow company policies and procedures

WE OFFER:

1. Competitive pay.
2. Subsidised DBS check, full payment returned after three months of employment.
3. Guaranteed hours.
4. Special bank holiday rates.
5. Paid holidays.
6. Subsidised staff uniform.
7. Paid to attend comprehensive induction training.
8. Paid to attend comprehensive training and refresher courses throughout your employment.
9. Option to join additional training courses including Level 2 diplomas.
10. Regular paid staff meetings throughout the year. We value your input and listen to your ideas.
11. Regular paid supervisions throughout the year to support your development and for you to discuss any concerns or areas you would like more support with.
12. Free confidential counsellor to hand whenever needed, whether for personal or work-related issues.
13. Free confidential employee stress helpline available 24/7.
14. Supportive, friendly, family atmosphere to work in.
15. Meals provided for staff dining together with residents.
16. Employee of the Week scheme.
17. Private health care insurance.
18. Recognition for staff who go the extra mile, regularly put forward for regional and national awards.

HOURS OF WORK:

Friday, Saturday, Sunday from breakfast service until early afternoon.

You can complete a job application here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/AbleCareJobApp
or call our Head Office for more information on 0117 956 8117

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