Chef - Jarrow
Location: Jarrow, Tyne-and-Wear
Pay rate: £13.24
Job type: Permanent / On-site
Job terms: Full-time
The Role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Cook to join our team at our new care home opening in Elswick. As a Cook, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our residents receive balanced, nutritious meals that cater to their individual dietary needs. You will work within a set budget, maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and contribute to the overall well-being of our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals to residents, taking into account their medical, dietary, ethnic, religious, and personal preferences.
* Control the production of food in an efficient and economical manner, maintaining high-quality standards.
* Work within the allocated food budget.
* Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen in accordance with EHO regulations.
About You:
* A minimum of 6 months' culinary experience required.
* Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 (desirable).
* Caring, trustworthy, and patient nature with the desire to make a positive difference.
* Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable personality.
About Us:
At Careline Lifestyles, we are a family-run specialist provider of residential and nursing care, dedicated to supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, learning disabilities, and complex physical disabilities.
Our focus is on empowering people to live life to the fullest, maintaining their identity, and improving their quality of life.
Benefits of Working for Careline Lifestyles:
* Unrivaled career pathway opportunities
* 24-hour employee assistance program
* Permanent contracts, paid holiday leave & company pension scheme
* Free onsite parking & uniform provided
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.