Job summary Community Inpatient Unit provides Rehabilitation, Re-ablement and recovery interventions for adults in North East Lincolnshire. The service will promote faster recovery from illness, prevent unnecessary acute hospital admissions and premature admissions to long-term care, support timely discharge from hospital and maximise independent living wherever possible. Multi-professional staff will collaborate with individuals to ensure they achieve their full potential in terms of their level of independence, health, and wellbeing. Please note that Care Plus Group are not currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA. Main duties of the job Job title: Cook Base: Community Inpatient Unit Hours: 37.5 per week, Permanent Salary Range 2 £21,841 (under 21) - £23,875 (21 and over) We are looking for a cook to join are established Kitchen team based at Community inpatient unit. The post holder will work independently to provide, nutritional, palatable and well-balanced meals following an agreed menu ensuring Food Hygiene and Infection Control regulations are adhered to. The post holder will provide supervision and direction to catering assistants in the safe running of the kitchen during each shift. Duties will include planning of menus to make choices available, taking into account any special dietary requirements; ordering and safe storage of stock and stock rotation. You will also be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of all utensils, equipment, work surfaces and kitchen areas at all times and in compliance with the Safer Food Better Business Food Management System. You must hold a Food Hygiene Certificate and a Level 2 Production Chef / equivalent or willingness to undertake. You will have experience of providing catering services in a similar setting and of menu planning and portion control. You must be able to work flexibly as part of a rota including working weekends and bank holidays. About us Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement of our staff. We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NE Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback. Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing our carbon footprint. We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes of annual leave entitlement. We are a supportive employer and operate in a way which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. Date posted 03 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £21,841 a year (under 21); £23,875 (21 and over) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B9814-25-078 Job locations Community Inpatient Unit Peterhouse Road Grimsby DN34 5UX Job description Job responsibilities The job description is attached as a separate document with the person specification. Please refer to this for more information before completing your application. Job description Job responsibilities The job description is attached as a separate document with the person specification. Please refer to this for more information before completing your application. Person Specification Experience Essential Provision of providing catering services in a similar setting Menu planning and portion control Experience of team working Experience of working with clients with specialised dietary needs Knowledge of Safer Food better Business management System Desirable Stock control / ordering Knowledge of budget management Knowledge of CQC Knowledge & Skills Essential Food Hygiene regulations Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally with other staff and visitors Effective time management Working knowledge of dietary needs and allergens Ability to work as part of a team Compassion, dignity and respect for individuals Promotion of residents well being Ability to demonstrate commitment to Care Plus Group core values Desirable First Aid Fire Safety Procedures Other Essential Able to work unsociable hours including weekends and bank holidays Qualifications Essential Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Production Chef level 2 or equivalent Desirable Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate Person Specification Experience Essential Provision of providing catering services in a similar setting Menu planning and portion control Experience of team working Experience of working with clients with specialised dietary needs Knowledge of Safer Food better Business management System Desirable Stock control / ordering Knowledge of budget management Knowledge of CQC Knowledge & Skills Essential Food Hygiene regulations Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally with other staff and visitors Effective time management Working knowledge of dietary needs and allergens Ability to work as part of a team Compassion, dignity and respect for individuals Promotion of residents well being Ability to demonstrate commitment to Care Plus Group core values Desirable First Aid Fire Safety Procedures Other Essential Able to work unsociable hours including weekends and bank holidays Qualifications Essential Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Production Chef level 2 or equivalent Desirable Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Care Plus Group Address Community Inpatient Unit Peterhouse Road Grimsby DN34 5UX Employer's website https://www.careplusgroup.org/ (Opens in a new tab)