Chef/Cook

Company: South West Care Homes

Job title: Chef or Cook

Location: Kenwyn, Crediton

Employee Benefits:

·       Great Rate of Pay

·       Work Local to Your Area

·       28 Days Holiday

·       Uniform Provided

·       Free Locally Sourced Meals Whilst on Duty

·       Training & Development Opportunities

·       DBS Check Provided

·       Pension Scheme

·       Health Assured Employee Assist and Wellbeing Helpline

·       £500 Refer a Friend Scheme

·       Birthday and Christmas Gift Vouchers

·       Overtime Opportunities

About the role:

We are now looking for a trusted Chef or Cook to join our friendly, professional team at our beautifully located home with in Crediton.
One of your key responsibilities will be preparing meals from the daily menu. You will get to know our lovely residents and respond patiently to any special dietary requirements or preferences, promoting choice, dignity and respect.

You will complete all necessary paperwork such as HACPP, whilst adhering to company policies and procedures. You will also manage the kitchen supplies and be responsible for checking and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Occasionally, you will help cater for ad hoc special events. These may include 100th birthday celebrations, summer BBQ’s and Christmas parties.

What you’ll need:

You will have experience in working in a kitchen and hold a Food Hygiene Certificate. We pride ourselves on recruiting honest individuals and who share our core values therefore, you will always strive for the highest standard of catering and will be passionate about food and understand the importance of good quality, home cooking to our residents.

Job Type: Permanent, Part-time

Salary: £12.50-13.50 per hour (depending on qualifications & experience)

Expected hours: 27 hours per week on 4 week rota

Please note we are not offering sponsorship or student visas

About South West Care Homes:

Mission - We provide quality care and a homely environment across the south west with a united team.

Culture - We foster genuine relationships and support our employee’s professional development. We have excellent leadership and remain professional at all times. Our constant goals are to provide outstanding care and be a wonderful place to work.
 

Our Core values - Teamwork, Trust, Honesty, Patience and Resilience.