Part time Cook - Residential Care Service

Unique Training Solutions; Bury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Part Time Cook at Hamilton House Residential Care Service. Prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs while ensuring food hygiene and safety standards. Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate required.
• Experience in a care setting is an advantage.
• Understanding of dietary needs for elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and cook a variety of wholesome meals tailored to residents' dietary needs.
• Maintain food hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Manage stock levels and adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Hygiene

Cooking for Dietary Needs

Education

Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job description

Join our dedicated team at Hamilton House Residential Care Service as a Part Time Cook. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing delicious, nutritious, and well-balanced meals for our residents, ensuring that their dietary needs and preferences are met. Our care service prioritises the well-being and happiness of residents, and as a cook, you'll play a vital part in enhancing their daily lives through food.

Why work with us

• Collaborative environment with a supportive team that values your contribution.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of our residents.
• Professional development through ongoing training and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and cook a variety of wholesome meals tailored to the dietary needs of residents.
• Ensure that food hygiene and safety standards are maintained at all times within the kitchen.
• Manage stock levels and maintain records of food storage and preparation, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Assist in ordering supplies and contribute to cost-effective menu planning.
• Work collaboratively with care staff to accommodate any special dietary requests.
• Attend team meetings and training sessions as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

• Minimum Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate.
• Previous cooking experience in a care setting is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of dietary needs for elderly residents.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Hours:

Day shift required to include weekends on a rota - 3 day shifts per week circa 18-22 hours

Day shift times 7.30am - 13.30pm

£12 per hour