• Title Cook
  • Setting Care Home / Nursing Home
  • Role Cook / Chef
  • Salary Weekly pay
  • Hours Full Time or Part Time
  • Location Poole, Dorset

Job Summary

Date posted: 4 April 2025
  • Job Reference: cook001

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate cook to join our small retirement home. The ideal candidate will have a background in food preparation and a keen understanding of food safety standards. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our kitchen operates smoothly. Work in a family style kitchen, you will manage menus and meals and have the joy of working with older people and have the time and space to create some amazing food without the stress of a restaurant or busy care home

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and menu specifications.

Assist in the planning and preparation of meals, ensuring all ingredients are fresh and of high quality.

Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, adhering to food safety guidelines at all times.

Manage your own menu and have the freedom to create what you like

Baking fresh cakes!

Monitor food stock levels and assist with inventory management as needed.

Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and cleaned after use.

Participate in menu development by providing input on new dishes or improvements to existing recipes.

Requirements

Experience as a Cook or in a similar culinary role within a catering environment.

Knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary skills, and food safety standards.

Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.

Flexibility to working shifts, every other weekend

If you are enthusiastic about cooking and ready to contribute your skills to our dynamic team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Skills / Qualifications:

  • cooking and working in a carer home or care experience