This role is a 30-hour Cook position to assist the Head Cook at Parklands Care Home. Additional hours may be available to cover sickness and annual leave.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Organisation:
* Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as applicable.
* Report and record important information to the Home Manager.
* Adhere to Parklands Care Home policies and procedures.
* Perform any other duties reasonably expected of the post holder.
Functional:
* Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, complying with Environmental Health standards.
* Follow the Care Home's Food Hygiene procedures.
* Ensure all equipment is well maintained, report defects, and log maintenance issues.
* Prepare, cook, and present nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet residents' cultural and dietary needs.
* Work with residents to plan menus reflecting their preferences.
* Purchase supplies according to planned menus, monitor stock levels, and control costs.
* Manage the catering budget effectively.
* Maintain accurate stock control and HACCP documentation.
* Ensure food safety through temperature controls and hygiene practices.
* Maintain and check First Aid equipment in the kitchen.
Person Specification
Skills and Qualifications:
* NVQ Level 2/3 in Food Preparation/Catering (Essential)
* Food Hygiene Certificate (Essential)
* Intermediate Food Hygiene (Essential)
* First Aid Certification (Desirable)
Experience:
* Experience in catering within a commercial or institutional setting (Essential)
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Essential)
* Ability to work within a set budget (Essential)
* Knowledge of cleaning procedures (Essential)
* Understanding of Health & Safety and Equal Opportunities policies (Essential)
* Commitment to continuous development and training (Essential)
Personal Qualities:
* Dedicated to providing high-quality service (Essential)
* Team player (Essential)
Additional Information
This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended according to business needs. An enhanced DBS check is required, to be completed upon successful interview.
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