- Supporting the Cook Manager in the provision of a range of nutritious meals which takeaccount of specific dietary requirements
- Ensuring meals are prepared in a clean and safe environment, ensuring infection controland hygiene policies and procedures are followed
- Ensuring that a welcoming environment is provided for clients, staff and visitors,maintaining Care Dorset’s reputation
- Contributing to safeguarding the welfare of clients
This position is 26.5hrs and involves shift work and alternate weekends.
There is no relocation package so applicants must reside within a commutable distance.
- Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays)
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Occupational Sick pay entitlement from day one
- Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
- Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development
- Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (Uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
- Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony
About Us
Care Dorset launched in October 2022 as a new provider supporting adults across a range of support models and in different settings including reablement, day services, supported living, and residential care.
We are a local authority trading company, wholly owned by Dorset Council, with strong ambitions to innovate and transform our existing services to deliver better outcomes for people as well as growing commercially.
We are people focused . We are genuine . We have integrity . We will develop . We are a team .
These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.
Are you passionate about helping individuals enjoy and maintain their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join Care Dorset
‘Residential homes’ are precisely that: they provide a permanent home for every individual who lives there. That includes mealtimes, a bed, and bathing.
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At Care Dorset Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the lives of those we support. Our inclusive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering extensive training opportunities and a generous benefits package, including up to 31 days of annual leave and enhanced maternity pay. Located in a vibrant community setting, our team members enjoy meaningful work that truly makes a difference, alongside access to a supportive Employee Assistance Programme and exciting rewards for their contributions.
