At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents, ensuring high standards of food hygiene.
- Company: Premier Care Homes, dedicated to providing excellent care and nutrition.
- Benefits: Free training, career progression, uniforms, on-site parking, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible 30-hour week with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives through delicious, healthy meals.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of food hygiene and preparation; team leadership experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13.98 - 13.98 £ per hour.
Please see the following list of current jobs available within Premier Care Homes. All of our positions require successful applicants to provide an enhanced disclosure (DBS).
Benefits of working for Premier Care Homes include:
- Free training and qualifications
- Career progression opportunities
- Free uniforms
- Free on-site parking
- Pension scheme
- Recommend a Friend payments
- Long service recognition
- Free flu vaccination
30 hours per week at Picktree Court, £13.98 per hour.
You will be responsible for preparing and cooking a balanced, nutritious diet within a controlled hygienic environment, meeting residents' dietary requirements as necessary.
Responsibilities include:
- Working with raw ingredients
- Required knowledge of food/nutrition
- Preparing and cooking nutritional food from fresh to a high standard at agreed meal times from set menus
- Ensuring rotation of foodstuffs
- Ordering fresh food and other food
- Monitoring and recording temperature checks
As Second/Assistant Cook, you will assist in leading the catering team to provide nutritious and enticing meals for the residents in our care. You will be responsible for ensuring meal times are an enjoyable part of the day, involving residents in preparing and developing menus.
The successful candidate must be able to work using their own initiative without supervision over a 7-day rota. An excellent knowledge of food hygiene and food preparation is essential, along with a positive attitude and desire to deliver the best possible service to the residents in our care. Experience of supervising or leading a team is desirable. A full driving licence is preferred to make short journeys between our Chester-le-Street care homes.
Second/Assistant Cook in Chester-le-Street employer: Premier Care Homes Limited
Premier Care Homes is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering free training and qualifications alongside clear career progression opportunities. Located in Chester-le-Street, our supportive work culture fosters teamwork and encourages creativity in meal preparation, ensuring that our residents enjoy nutritious and delightful dining experiences. With benefits such as free uniforms, on-site parking, and long service recognition, we strive to create a rewarding and fulfilling environment for all employees.
Contact Details:
Premier Care Homes Limited Recruitment Team
