At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care.
About You
About The Role
Job Scope
* Prepare and cook food for service users and staff, following all guidelines for food hygiene and health and safety, legally and with local policies.
* Control of ALL food that leaves the kitchen.
* Exceptionally good housekeeping.
* Take full responsibility for the cleaning of the kitchen.
* To deliver exceptional customer service.
Job Responsibilities
* The preparation and cooking of all food
* Monitoring and guiding staff while working in the kitchen.
* Help with input of new menus. While working with those living in the home to make person centred menus, support choice promoting healthily balanced eating
* Completing all documentation required legally and by Salutem.
* Working closely with the line manager on all food related issues.
* To ensure food preparation areas are clean and tidy.
* To ensure stock rotation and stock take are completed.
* Daily and weekly ordering of all food related stock.
* To ensure all equipment used is safe and clean, reporting any issues to the line manager.
* To ensure that all Salutem policies and procedures are followed.
* To maintain a professional appearance at all times while at work.
* To be aware of the aims and objectives of the services.
* To undertake any other duty deemed reasonable as required by your manager.
* Adhere to health and safety policy and procedures, identify hazards and undertake appropriate risk assessments as required
Our Core Values
Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.
Why Choose Us?
Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.
Still not convinced?
We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom.
We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace Uk & Ireland
We are a Disability confident committed company.
We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children's home are rated Good or Outstanding.
Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.