Head Cook

ST PHILIPS CARE LIMITED; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A supportive, inclusive, friendly work

Learn while you earn

4-weekly pay periods

Full training given

Paid induction and shadow shifts

E - Learning incentive scheme

Paid holiday

Flexible opportunities to fit around你的

Rewards scheme for all staff

Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100

To be part of the St Philip’s Care… UK

Job summary

ST PHILIPS CARE LIMITED is seeking a reliable Head Cook for Catalina House Care Centre. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals, managing kitchen duties, and maintaining hygiene standards within budgets and policies.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, have strong presentation standards, and be able to relate warmly to residents. DBS/PVG checks apply and full training is provided.

Qualifications

• 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 residents in a kind and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• To prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
• To work in accordance with the home's 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

Skills

Good verbal and written skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Catering

706/2 in Catering

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Head Cook - Catalina House Care Centre

37.50 hours Available.

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.

You would be able to work within budgets as set by the home manager.

At Welbourn Manor Care Centre our residents prefer good old fashioned home cooking for example: Sunday Roast's and for puddings our residents enjoy a jam sponge or crumble with custard.

For Birthdays we make a special effort to celebrate so our Cooks and KA's make a range of cakes and sponges for these special occasion's

If you have a passion for cooking and a passion for the elderly and would like to join a supportive and inclusive team then this could be the role for you!

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS / PVG check.

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!"
• 4-weekly pay periods
• Full training given
• Paid induction and shadow shifts
• E - Learning incentive scheme
• Paid holiday
• 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