At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve delicious meals for our residents, ensuring high standards of quality.
- Company: Join the supportive St Philip’s Care family, dedicated to providing excellent care.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, paid holidays, and a rewards scheme.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career progression and a friendly working environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of elderly residents through your cooking.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Catering preferred, but full training is provided.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
We are recruiting for a reliable and experienced cook to join our busy kitchen and team. A person who has high standards in quality and presentation, delivering the very best nutritional meals.
You would be able to work within budgets as set by the home manager. Our residents prefer good old-fashioned home cooking, for example: Sunday Roasts and for puddings our residents enjoy a jam sponge or crumble with custard. For birthdays, we make a special effort to celebrate, so our Cooks and KA’s make a range of cakes and sponges for these special occasions.
If you have a passion for cooking and a passion for the elderly and would like to join a supportive and inclusive team, then this could be the role for you!
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS / PVG check.
As a Cook you will be responsible for:
- To prepare and serve meals and beverages as required.
- To work in accordance with the home's policies.
- To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times.
- To use resources effectively and order food.
- Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Care Centre Manager.
- Attend mandatory and in-house training as required.
- Understand COSHH.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene records as required.
As Cook it is preferable for you to have:
- Minimum qualification NVQ Level 2 or 706/2 in Catering, Basic or Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate.
- Knowledge of textured and modified diets.
- Experience in a care, hospital or commercial kitchen setting would be advantageous but not essential as full training can be provided.
- Good verbal and written skills.
- The ability to relate to our residents in a kind and courteous manner.
Benefits of working with the St Philips Family:
- A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment.
- The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications - 'learn while you earn!'
- 4-weekly pay periods.
- Full training given.
- Paid induction and shadow shifts.
- Paid holiday.
- Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
- Rewards scheme for all staff.
- Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.
To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK.
Cook - Bank in Coldstream employer: ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD
At St Philip's Care, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team members can thrive. As a Cook in Coldstream, you will enjoy competitive pay, flexible working opportunities, and the chance to progress your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents through delicious home-cooked meals. With comprehensive training, a rewards scheme, and a strong emphasis on employee well-being, joining our family means becoming part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters personal growth.
Contact Details:
ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD Recruitment Team
