Cook - Care Home

2 weeks ago


Leicester, United Kingdom Masson Beckett - Healthcare Academy Full time

Masson Beckett is a leading provider in the care industry, committed to delivering high-quality care services to individuals and clients. We believe that quality staff are essential for ensuring the well-being and safety of both our clients and our dedicated care staff.

A vital part of the care home team, the Cook will help to plan and prepare a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centred around our residents’ preferences, requests and dietary requirements. You will work with the Kitchen Manager to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen and share our ethos of creating an ambient dining experience at every mealtime helping to create a great place to live for our residents.

As a growing business, we are always looking for passionate people to join us. Take the first step to making a real difference to your career - you have nothing to lose but everything to gain.

**Responsibilities**:

- Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and quality standards
- Assist with menu planning and recipe development
- Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner and meets food safety guidelines
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages or discrepancies
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
- Follow all health and safety regulations

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience as a cook or chef
- Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects
- Food handler's certification is preferred, but not required

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Part-time hours: 40 per week

**Salary**: £10.54-£11.54 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexitime

Schedule:

- Flexitime

Ability to commute/relocate:

- LE5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
- Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MB/Cook/002
Expected start date: 07/07/2023


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