Hallhouse Care Home is looking to appoint a Cook/Kitchen Assistant.
Our care home is Situated in the quiet village of Fenwick, which is set across two buildings. We specialise in Residential, Nursing, Respite and Dementia care for up to 42-residents.
As Cook/Kitchen Assistant, you will work alongside the Head Chef to deliver a high quality of food to our residents and ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner.
Cook/Kitchen Assistant Contract
£11.44 - £12 per hour
40 hours per week (2 days per week as cook / 3 days per week as kitchen assistant
Uniform provided
Pension
5.6 weeks annual leave
Onsite parking
PVG
Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
City & Guilds 706 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards)
Team player.
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work on own initiative
Desired
Experience of food preparation for the relevant Service User group.
Experience working in a care environment would be advantageous but not a deal-breaker.
Main Responsibilities
Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required.
Bake cakes and pastries
Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks
Conduct Basic Food Hygiene training for all care staff involved in handling and delivery of food.
Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer/fridge temperatures.
Ensure stock rotation.
Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries
Ensure statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
Ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately
Please submit your CV to our recruitment team and we will aim to respond with 48 hours.
Good luck.