Flexibank Cook

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Flexibank Cook to join our team at Beaumont Care Homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of kitchen colleagues to deliver high-quality catering services to residents across our care homes.
• Develop and implement menus that cater to individual nutritional needs and preferences.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, including stock management, inventory control, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Home Manager and other stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.

Requirements:

• Nutrition Science for the elderly or equivalent qualification.
• 2 years of relevant experience as a Chef or Cook.
• Chef qualification.
• IDDSI knowledge.
• Experience with modified diets.
• Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Health & Safety Awareness.
• Hazard Reporting Protocols.
• RIDDOR Awareness.
• Food Storage.
• Basic First Aid.

Desirable Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Stock management and inventory control.
• Menu planning and preparation.
• Special dietary requirements and altered textured diets.
• Time management and meeting deadlines.
• Budget management.
• Equipment management.
• Food and kitchen presentation.
• Continuous personal development.

About Beaumont Care Homes:

We provide a safe, clean, relaxed, and homely environment for our residents, where care, well-being, and comfort are of prime importance. Our staff undergo regular training to guarantee they provide the best one-to-one and person-centred care possible. We believe in healthy, homemade food, and our trained chefs prepare tasty, exciting, and appealing meals to various tastes, regardless of appetite or culture.

Company Culture:

We offer varied activities, from trips out and summer fetes to indoor activities including arts and crafts, pamper sessions, and visiting entertainment. As well as visiting dog therapists and other animals, intergenerational activities are encouraged involving local nurseries and schools.