Care Home Cook

3 weeks ago


Torquay, United Kingdom CoActive Care Full time

**20-25 hours per week. Monday - Friday afternoons only**

We are looking for someone who is a keen home cook and has the ability to learn quickly but does not necessarily need to be a trained chef. You must be confident, caring, organised and have high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.

**Full Description**:
The primary role of a Care Home Cook is to prepare the main evening meal for our residents including special dietary requirements, adhering to Health & Safety and cleanliness standards at all times.

The role will involve helping with ordering and making sure all stored food is dated & labelled and the stock is rotated in line with procedures of a kitchen.

Following training, ensure all checks and documentation are done daily and recorded. You will need to undergo all mandatory training provided by the company which we will assist you with. You will adhere to all relevant policies and procedures and be part of the efficient running of the home, creating a warm and pleasant atmosphere for our residents and your colleagues.

**Responsibilities**:

- Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required.
- Provide for special dietary requirements where necessary, and take into account the preferences of individual Clients. Full training will be provided.
- In liaison with the Home Manager plan menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of available fresh foods
- To be responsible for the clearing and washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen on their allocated days. This includes cleaning of fridges, freezers and pantry.
- To maintain temperature controls of fridges/freezers and meals and record on appropriate cook safe logs.
- Ensure all equipment is clean and well maintained
- Carry out any other tasks that may be reasonably assigned to you

**Professional Development**:
**We Can Offer**:

- Nest Pension Scheme
- Paid Annual Leave with 28 days Pro Rata Leave
- Regular Staff and development meetings.
- Unlimited use of employee referral scheme with £250 bonus.
- A dedicated Training manager to support your continuing professional development
- Self-motivated and Organised.
- Food/Hygiene certificate
- Ability to plan and prepare meals which are in keeping with special dietary requirement
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills
- Work flexible hours, including weekends if required.
- Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Be able to keep calm in challenging situations.
- Experienced in working with clients with mental health issues and complex needs. (Preferred but not essential)
- Right to live and work in the UK
- 2 x Positive References
- Enhanced DBS Check will be required.
- A full UK driving licence is desirable


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