Cook

Successful applicant will be required to prepare and cook food for 16 residents and catering events, follow recipes and presentation specifications, operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances. Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitized at all times.

**Key Responsibilities**

Plan weekly menus that align with the residents’ dietary needs and restrictions.

Oversea kitchen budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost effective culinary operations.

Source and select high quality produce and ingredients from a variety of suppliers at competitive prices.

Continuously evaluate and diversify suppler options to optimise cost savings.

Implement effective inventory management practices to reduced food waste and maintain optimal stock levels.

Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, following recipes and portion control guidelines.

Monitor ingredient freshness and ensure timely use to maintain quality standards.

Uphold stringent food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Maintain clean and organised workspaces.

**Qualifications/Experience**

Relevant qualification in food/preparation cooking

Level 2 in Health & Safety and Food Hygiene, desirable

Proven experience as a chef/cook

Sound knowledge of cooking methods and techniques

Exceptional budget management skills and demonstratable ability to work within financial constraints.

Proficiency in menu planning, recipe creation and portion control.

Knowledge of inventory management techniques to minimise waste.

Excellent organisational and communication.

**Benefits**

At Ansa Care Concept we care about our Residents, but we also care about our staff and appreciate their selfless commitment and continuous effort. In return we offer all our staff:
Various shift patterns in accordance with the need of the home.

Competitive and generous rates of pay depending on qualifications and experience.

On-site parking.

5 and half weeks paid annual leave.

Birthday off with full pay.

Home to work travel assistance: 25p per mile motor milage allowance, 15p per mile cycle scheme, 50% paid for bus/train journey.

Christmas / New Year’s Day paid at double time.

Various Bank Holidays paid at time and a half.

End of year performance related bonus scheme.

Long service commitment bonus scheme paid at 3, 8 15 and 25 years.

£100-£250 refer a friend bonus scheme.

Subsidised lunch available daily.

Free uniform.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Yearly bonus

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Care Cook