Cook

1 week ago

Bradford, United Kingdom Oak Lodge Residential Home Full time

Oak Lodge Residential Home

The Cook/Chef must be reliable and fully competent in all aspects of kitchen duties and be able to produce a variety of menus, including catering for special dietary needs,

**Main duties**:

- Promote the Company Mission Statement at all times.
- Prepare menu in line with allocated food budget.
- Prepare, cook and serve meals chosen by the Service Users from the menu for the day, using stock as required as economically as possible, whilst maintaining the quality without undue shortages or excesses
- To document daily menus.
- Store all food safely. Rotate stock and check ‘use by’ dates regularly
- Ensure kitchen equipment is kept clean and ready for use and ensure that all cleaning rotas are completed and handed to the Person in Charge.
- Assist the Care Manager in the resolution of any Service Users’ catering complaints.
- To be aware of risks to the Service Users from the kitchen equipment.
- Comply with company policy and procedure in relation to infection control and prevention.

**Communication**:

- Attend staff meeting as required.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times in relation to the relevant data protection legislation.
- Develop and maintain a good rapport with Service Users, relatives and be polite and courteous to all visitors. When answering the telephone, ensure professionalism and any messages taken are dealt with effectively.
- Maintain appropriate documentation in line with ‘Safer Food Better Business’.
- Ensure safe use of equipment and report any defects to the Person in Charge.
- Report incidents involving Service Users, staff or visitors immediately to the Person in Charge
- Understand the importance of correct record management and own personal responsibilities in maintaining this through passwords, storage of documentation, and sharing information (both paper based or on electronic systems).

**Person Specification**:
**Professional**
- The Cook/Chef will hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate. They will also show a willingness to participate in continuous improvement and vocational training programmes.
- Have an understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

**Experience**
- Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
- Genuine interest in working in a care environment.

**General**
- Have an understanding of and empathy with older people.
- Be able to take a lead where needed and also be a team player.
- Required to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
- Must have had covid 19 vaccination

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.25 per hour

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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