We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Cook to join the team at Restgarth Care Home in Polperro. Our focus is on providing the highest quality food at all times, and catering to the needs of our residents.
We require a Cook/Chef to provide breakfast and lunch service and afternoon and supper cover 7:30am - 7pm
We will also require ad hoc cover for annual leave
We are happy to split the hours up as required and create a jobshare.
What you'll be doing
You will be cooking the pre-prepared meals at lunchtime and supper from the planned daily menu.
Our main meals are provided by a company who deliver specially made meals for care homes with specific meals for residents with special dietary requirements. You will need to learn how to order, store and regenerate them.
We also like to provide home made cakes every day for the residents in the afternoon.
You will also participate in the creating the weekly order of meals from our supplier after carrying out a stock take and looking at the menu with another member of the team.
Managing the kitchen supplies, you will also be responsible for checking and maintaining kitchen equipment, and for general cleaning of the kitchen maintaining our 5 star rating with the food agency.
What you'll need
You will have experience of working in a kitchen and hold a Food Hygiene Certificate.
Understanding of special diets.
Ability to maintain paperwork to demonstrate food safety and due diligance.
You always strive for the highest standard of catering and will be passionate about food and understand the importance of providing good quality, safe food on time for our residents.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a dedicated team
A respectful, courteous and compassionate nature.
What we'll offer you in return
* A competitive pay rate
* We cover the cost of your DBS Check and uniform
* Comprehensive induction and on-going training and development
* Pension scheme available
* 28 days annual leave
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person