Cook - Each Other Carer Agency

**About Each Other Care Agency**

Our agency employs team members on flexible contracts in a range of care, kitchen, domestic and leadership roles in the care sector. We are part of Each Other Care, a family-owned care home group in the UK offering a range of elderly and younger adult care services, including residential, dementia, nursing, respite and day care. As an agency we support the home teams by being able to offer familiar, highly trained colleagues available at short notice if required. We operate with an inclusive, open, and honest leadership style, believing in the power of vulnerability and trust. We support our England homes in Lancashire, South Yorkshire, Essex, and Scotland homes in Cumbernauld and Forfar.

We are guided by and share the values of Each Other Care: _Creating relationships, being authentic, positive and light-hearted_ and _there for each other. _These core values are embedded in everything we do and guide the way we work together in supporting residents, relatives and health professionals to work as one united team to deliver our quality care.

**Welcome to Each Other Care**

At the heart of our family-owned care home group is a simple but powerful purpose: caring for people in a way that that contributes to a meaningful life. Since 2019, we have been building something special, an organisation rooted in strong values, where people matter, and leadership is about bringing out the best in others. We have grown rapidly, acquiring and integrating care homes to create a values-driven, people-focused organisation. Our culture is built on every team member and resident feeling valued, engaged, and empowered. We are a learning organisation, we test, iterate, improve, and look for opportunities to innovate.

**What is different about Each Other Care Agency?**

We take great pride in ensuring our agency team members feel valued and integrated into the homes they support. Alongside the benefits of flexible contracts, we provide agency team members with the same level of support and resources as our permanent team members, such as:

- **Personalised Onboarding**: You will be onboarded with the same care and attention as our permanent team members with paid shadow shifts and the guidance of an in-house Buddy. This ensures you feel welcomed and part of our close-knit community from day one. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging, so you'll have all the support you need to thrive in your role.
- **Training**: You'll have access to all the training required for your role as a standard benefit. We ensure you receive comprehensive training to excel in your position, with a strong focus on your professional growth and development. Your success is our priority.
- **Access to shifts real-time**: You will be part of our internal rota planning system (Connecteam) which means you can claim shifts and update your availability real time, at your convenience.
- **Dedicated line management**: You will be assigned a primary home, where you are likely to work most of your shifts. The home manager will work closely with your line manager, Jack Marrow, who is our agency consultant, providing specific feedback and guidance to ensure you settle well in the home. He is also there for ongoing support.
- **Guidance and development**: You will benefit from quarterly guidance and development conversations with our agency lead, to support your personal and professional development.

**About the role**

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate cook to join our internal agency team on a flexible basis, working as an integral part of the home team and in line with our values. You will play a vital role in preparing nutritious meals for residents, ensuring their dietary needs are met, and contributing to their overall well-being.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Meal Preparation and Delivery**
- **Meal Preparation**: Prepare and cook meals according to residents' dietary requirements and preferences, ensuring variety and nutritional balance.
- **Food Safety**: Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety, adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.
- **Special Diets**: Accommodate special dietary needs, including allergies, intolerances, and medical conditions.
- **Presentation**: Ensure meals are presented attractively and served at the correct temperature.

 

**Environmental and Housekeeping Support**
- **Cleanliness**: Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean, tidy, and comfortable, following infection control procedures and health and safety guidelines.
- **Housekeeping**: Assist with light housekeeping duties related to meal preparation and service.

 

**Teamwork and Contribution to Safe Running of the Home**
- **Collaboration**: Work collaboratively with kitchen team members, carers, nurses, and managers to provide the highest standard of care.
- **Communication**: Maintain accurate records of meals prepared, served and communicate proactively with the care team.
- **Safeguarding a