An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cook to join our Dovehaven Team. This role will require you to work 40 hours per week at our Manchester House Care home on Albert Road, Southport, PR9 9LN.
The working hours will be 4 days a week - 8am - 6pm on a rota basis with alternate weekend availability required!
Manchester House is a Nursing and residential care home catering for up to 67 residents. The home specialises in dementia care, and our aim is to ensure all our residents feel as comfortable as possible. Our homes promote independence, dignity and respect through positive risk taking and empowerment.
About the role
You will be required to ensure that nutritious and beautifully presented meals are provided for our residents.
At a number of our Dovehaven Homes we use a company called Apetito. Apetito are a company who produce nutritious, great‑tasting meals for hospitals, care homes and community services across the UK. They have a wide range of well‑presented, nutritious meals to suit every taste and dietary need, they aim to make a real difference to lives of elderly and vulnerable people in care.
It is desirable but not necessary the post holder possess or is willing to work towards achievement of at least Catering (C&G) or NVQ 3. Qualifications in Food Hygiene and First Aid are also desirable.
About you
You will have a caring nature and a positive attitude, showing a desire to deliver the best possible standards for residents in our care. You will be an energetic, friendly team player with good organisation and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure effectively. You will be able to demonstrate compassion and empathy in your approach to residents with varying needs, tastes and dietary requirements.
Ideal candidates will have previous Care home or hotel experience with the ability to prepare meals for 50 or more residents. You will be dependable and flexible to meet the needs of the residents and the home.
In return we offer
* 2 Weekly Pay
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
* Free Uniform
* Paid DBS
* Fully paid Induction Training
We offer a supportive programme of induction, training and development throughout your career with us.
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