Cook/Chef

Cook

Location: Sutton Coldfield

Salary: £13.50 per hour

About the Company:

Opportunities are available for exceptional a full time and part time Cook to join a friendly, purpose built Residential Home located in Sutton Coldfield. Successful candidates can expect to earn £13.50 per hour, dependant on experience.

Our Residential Home provides a happy and homely environment for up to 33 residents. It is an established family run venture, and strives to deliver high quality, person centred care. The home specialises in encouraging and supporting each resident to remain as independent as possible, within a safe and caring environment. The home is located within a pleasant residential setting, with excellent transport links by bus and train.

Cook Responsibilities:

• You will work closely with residents to plan and deliver varied menu plans that reflect residents choice and dietary requirements
• You will ensure all supplies ordered are consistent with the planned menu,  and will work closely with the Registered Manager to maintain the catering budget
• You will prepare, cook and present well-balanced, nutritious meals and beverages to the highest standard incorporating residents dietary and cultural needs
• You will be accountable for ensuring consistently high standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the kitchen and food serving areas.
• You will regularly undertake routine checks/audit of all equipment and ensure that it is in good working order and well maintained
• You will ensure all rubbish and food waste is removed safely in a timely manner, and disposed of as instructed
• You will develop a pro-active working relationship with the Activities Co-Ordinator and play a key role in supporting Residents and Visitors social events
• You will act as a role model to all staff providing support and promoting best practice in all duties undertaken.
• Participate in training, supervision and appraisal for self-development as agreed and required, to ensure up to date knowledge and best practice.

Cook Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation/Catering or willing to work towards
• Good standard of general education incorporating; literacy, numeracy and manual dexterity
• Previous catering experience within a Care Home environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work under own initiative and without supervision
• Ability to use a range of catering equipment safely and effectively
• Caring and compassionate disposition
• Reliable and flexible, and able to work weekends
• Honest, open minded and Pleasant and cheerful manner

Cook Benefits:

• A competitive salary of £13.50 per hour
• Generous paid breaks and refreshments whilst on duty, including free meals
• 28 days annual leave per year (including all bank holidays)
• Retail discount rewards – Blue Light Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• A comprehensive Induction Programme
• Genuine training and development opportunities i.e. Catering Diplomas
• Employer Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free DBS and flu vaccination
• Free Staff uniform and a pleasant working environment

If you think that you are suitable for this role and you meet the criteria, please apply now!