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On behalf of a lovely small Care Home in Drayton, Pure Care are currently seeking a friendly and dedicated Cook or Chef to join their team on a permanent contract. The core responsibilities will be to deliver high quality, home cooked meals for the residents working in an extremely rewarding setting.

Key details – Vacancy Reference PK61893 (Cook)

This is a full time, permanent Cook position paying up to an initial £13.00 per hour. (£27,040 per annum) The shift times are 8:00am-6:00pm working up to 40 hours per week, on opposite shifts to the Head Chef.

This role is working in a fantastic 27 bedded Elderly Home that is rated ‘Good’ in all areas in their CQC report and has a great reputation in the local area. The successful Cook candidate will ideally have a valid Food Hygiene Certificate or similar, and previous experience of working in a Care Home, School or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

A good understanding of Health and Safety and COSHH guidelines is required within the Cook role. Formal Chef training is not necessary as the home are more looking for a friendly and dedicated individual who can cook traditional and nutritious meals from fresh, although any catering qualification would be beneficial.

If you have previous experience as a Chef, Cook or Sous Chef and want to work in an extremely rewarding environment then apply now!

Care Home Cook / Chef Main Duties:

* Responsible for the catering services within the Home on the days you are working

* Cook using fresh ingredients made from scratch as much as possible

* Prepare nutritious meals, paying particular attention to any special dietary requirements

* Have a full understanding of Health & Safety as well as Food Hygiene issues, COSHH, and working within the guidelines relating to cross infection

What we can offer the new Cook / Chef

* Competitive rates of pay

* Contributory Pension Scheme

* Ongoing training and development

* Excellent support and a fun-loving, dedicated team

For more information on the Care Home Cook role please call Phil on (phone number removed)