Lead Care Home Cook: Nutritious, Culturally Attuned Meals

NHS; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home provider in Wallsend is seeking a passionate Cook to prepare high-quality, personalized meals for elderly residents. You will have the autonomy to create stimulating menus while being a pivotal part of a caring team. The ideal candidate will have kitchen leadership experience and a catering qualification. This role offers competitive salary, development opportunities, and a supportive community environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary £13.02

Pension contribution of 5%

Recognition schemes

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Fully funded training

Qualifications

• Previous head chef or head cook experience in a similar environment.
• Supervisory or line management experience.
• Warm and engaging personality.

Responsibilities

• Create menus and plate meals to stimulate residents' appetites.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team.
• Ensure meals cater to residents' individual needs and preferences.

Skills

Cooking skills

Team leadership

Flexibility

Communication

Understanding of dietary needs

Education

City & Guilds 706 1&2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A reputable care home provider in Wallsend is seeking a passionate Cook to prepare high-quality, personalized meals for elderly residents. You will have the autonomy to create stimulating menus while being a pivotal part of a caring team. The ideal candidate will have kitchen leadership experience and a catering qualification. This role offers competitive salary, development opportunities, and a supportive community environment.