Cook

COOK needed for a friendly 49-bedded care home Churchstoke, Montgomery.

Want to feel valued, respected and listened to? Our staff are our greatest asset. If you are passionate about the care of older people and want to make a difference, join our team. We strive to ensure that we offer a happy and supported environment. Without happy staff our residents would not be happy either. You are so important.

Roles Available

1 x  22 or 1x 33 hour a week working  shifts 7.00am-6.00pm with requirement to work weekends on a rotating rota.

DESIRABLE: Previous cooking experience, ideally in a care home, is desirable but not essential

What we are looking for

You’re reliable and fully competent in all aspects of kitchen duties and are able to produce a variety of menus, considering individual allergies, dietary and food preparation requirements as well as likes and dislikes.

You’re someone that cares for others and wants to make a real difference to people’s lives. Ideally, you have some experience in a care environment, although this is not as essential, as training is provided. You understand there will be challenging days, but you’ll also laugh, have fun, and make lasting memories with our residents and your colleagues. A great communicator, you’ll enjoy working in a close-knit team that feels like a family, with people from all walks of life. You’ll cherish the rewarding moments you have with our residents each and every day.

You may not have worked in a care home before, and that's fine, we can support you and give you all the training and guidance to help you succeed, and if you want this to be your new career then we would be happy to support you through completing relevant QCF (or other) qualifications.

What you’ll do

• Prepare, cook and serve meals chosen by service users from the menu for the day, taking into account individual allergies, dietary and food preparation requirements as well as likes and dislikes.
• Prepare varied, appropriate, high quality meals without undue wastage.
• Document daily menus and food choices
• Store all food and equipment safely.
• Manage stock and check ‘use by’ dates regularly.
• Prepare food orders from suppliers.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is kept clean and ready for use and ensure that all cleaning rotas are completed.
• To be aware of risks to service users from the kitchen equipment.
• Comply with company policy and procedure in relation to infection control and prevention.

The successful candidate…

• Will hold at least a level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene or be willing to complete it.
• Is able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Genuine interest or experience in working in a care environment.

What’s in it for you

• Comprehensive induction, on-going training and development
• NEST workplace pension
• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Paid breaks
• On-site parking
• Uniform provided.

*****All applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK; we do not currently offer sponsorship. Due to the nature of the role, this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check****