At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve delicious meals for our lovely residents, ensuring high standards of quality.
- Company: Join the supportive and inclusive St Philip’s Care family in Grimsby.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, paid holidays, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a friendly team with great career progression and rewards.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by cooking heartwarming meals for elderly residents.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Catering preferred, but full training is provided.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 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.
At Chestnuts Care Centre, 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 Kitchen Assistants 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.
Responsibilities:- 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.
- 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.
- Have good verbal and written skills.
- To have the ability to relate to our residents in a kind and courteous manner.
- 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 Grimsby employer: ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD
At St Philip's Care, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning employer, recognised as 'The most outstanding care group in the UK'. Our Senior Care Assistants enjoy a supportive and inclusive work culture in Grimsby, with ample opportunities for professional growth through training and development. Join our close-knit team where your contributions are valued, and experience a rewarding career dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents.
Contact Details:
ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD Recruitment Team
