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Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate agency Cook for a care home. You will be responsible for preparing nutritious and appetizing meals for our residents, taking into account their dietary needs and preferences. You’ll ensure meals are safe, hygienic, and delivered on time, all while maintaining a friendly and supportive environment.

Main duties and responsibilities

* To ensure that all residents receive a varied, balance and nutritious diet.

* To maintain and be responsible for organising daily cleaning of the kitchen.

* To organise all duty rotas for all kitchen staff and ensuring sufficient cover at all times.

* To order as necessary and with the guidance of the operations manager from suppliers and pass on invoices to the manager for delivery to the accounts department.

* To participate in the appointment of manual staff.

* To ensure that the dining area is kept clean and tidy ensuring that tables are laid correctly and at the right time.

* To act in compliance with the instructions and procedure relating to notification of accidents and other Health and Safety matters.

* To regularly inspect fittings and fixtures and the equipment and liase with the manager/matron of the home and the operations manager for repairs and replacements.

* To supervise overall standards of cuisine, menu planning within budgetary limits.

* To maintain all required administrative records for the efficient management of the kitchen, in particular information regarding menus and orders.

* To instruct staff in relation to their tasks and duties, which includes induction training for all new staff. Also to give advice on how to prepare deliver and store food to all other staff.

* To ensure daily temperature records are kept for all fridges and freezers.

* To ensure that all food handling staff receives approved food hygiene training seeking guidance and support from the human resource department.

* To abide by the homes regulations with regard to the Benslow Management Company Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

* Previous experience in a cooking or catering role, ideally in a care setting.

* Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices.

* Ability to work efficiently, with attention to detail.

* Compassionate attitude and a genuine interest in caring for elderly individuals.

Benefits:

* The work is zero hour contractual. We assign shifts to our Chef according to their availability that we take before starting of the week. Therefore, our staffs enjoy flexible working hours. So, you can just sign up with us for free & give us your availability