Akari Care is recruiting an Assistant Cook for one of its homes for older residents, on a 20-hour week. The post centres on producing nutritious meals that suit each resident's dietary, religious and cultural needs, from menu planning through to presenting food on the trolleys. It is distinct for its supervisory side, coaching less experienced kitchen staff and leading a team, so supervisory or line management experience counts. Candidates need a City & Guilds 706 or equivalent, achieved or in progress, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
What the job involves
- Create menus that take account of residents' dietary needs, religious and cultural backgrounds
- Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that suit residents' taste and nutritional needs
- Plate up food and arrange food trolleys attractively for residents
- Act as the link between the kitchen and the serving areas
- Coach less experienced staff in developing their ideas and personal skills
- Lead and motivate the team towards shared goals and delegate tasks effectively
- Engage with residents, offering insight and guidance on their meals
- Ensure mealtimes are both nutritious and pleasurable for residents
What’s required
Qualifications
- City & Guilds 706 Parts 1 and 2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience
- Experience as an Assistant Cook or Cook in a similar environment
- Supervisory or line management experience
Skills & knowledge
- Leading by example, motivating a team and delegating effectively
- A caring nature that gives each resident a personal approach
- Flexibility to adapt to changes at short notice
- A warm, approachable and engaging manner
- Treating colleagues and residents with respect
- Resilience and adaptability to the differing needs of colleagues and residents
Checks & eligibility
- DBS check
What’s offered
- Pension contribution of 5%
- 28 days annual leave (full-time basis, including bank holidays)
- Fully funded training and development
- Support with personal development plans
- Flexible working patterns
- Recognition and referral schemes
- Uniform provided
- DBS check costs paid
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
