Healthy Meals Cook | Budgeting & Safe Kitchen Leader

Choice Care; Winchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including Bank Holiday

Sick pay entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend £500

Birthday day off

Life insurance

Annual staff awards

Free monthly prize draw

Blue Light Card

Complex in-house training

Job summary

Choice Care is recruiting a Cook for Otterbourne House near Winchester. The role involves preparing balanced meals for residents, managing weekly shopping lists and budgets, and collaborating with staff to ensure safety and high standards in the kitchen.

The job requires organisation, a proactive attitude, and reliable communication. You will contribute to a supportive home environment with focus on resident well-being and meal quality.

Qualifications

• Organised and able to plan meals and budgets effectively.
• Clear written and verbal communication abilities.
• Reliable and proactive with a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a care-home setting.

Responsibilities

• Create balanced, appealing menus for residents.
• Prepare and serve meals in the home.
• Follow all dietary requirements and allergens.
• Maintain safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Manage weekly food shops and budget adherence.

Skills

Organised

Communication skills

Willing to learn

Can-do attitude

Job description

Choice Care is recruiting a Cook for Otterbourne House near Winchester. The role involves preparing balanced meals for residents, managing weekly shopping lists and budgets, and collaborating with staff to ensure safety and high standards in the kitchen.

The job requires organisation, a proactive attitude, and reliable communication. You will contribute to a supportive home environment with focus on resident well-being and meal quality.