Strathmore Care Group has been successfully running Residential Care Homes within the Essex area for over 30 years. The foundation of this company is built on providing a safe and homely atmosphere where residents have the ability to live their lives in a nourishing and supportive environment which promotes their independence.
We are currently seeking a Cook for Milton House, Care Home.
Your key responsibilities in this role will include, but not limited to;
- Extensive food knowledge with the ability to cook and present fresh food to a consistently high standard.
- Ensure the kitchen is run efficiently, and high standards of cleanliness and hygiene of a five-star rated kitchen are maintained.
- Supporting other catering staff to deliver all catering services throughout the home, ensuring resident choice, dignity, confidentiality and safety are maintained.
- Maintaining full awareness of menu content, service procedures and any other relevant information.
- Ensure all documentation is kept up to date according to current legislation; Health & Safety, COSHH regulations and food safety.
- Advising the Home Manager and Care Services staff concerning any changes in a resident’s dietary habits, in particular reporting and noting any instances where a resident refuses food.
What we look for in our candidates:
- At least one years’ experience of catering chef experience.
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Flexible to work all shifts.
- Ability to communicate and manage interpersonal relationships.
- Good nutritional understanding and leadership skills.
- A friendly and cheerful disposition.
- Team player, decisive, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable individual.
- Excellent customer service skills and a desire to deliver good service to our elderly residents during their meal times.
What we can offer you?
- Great career development opportunity and ongoing support
- Paid 28 annual leave day
- Reliable contracted hours
- Company funded qualification for the staff (subject to eligibility)
- National Employment Saving Trust pension scheme
Shifts will include weekends.
Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. The employer has claimed an exemption under the Equality Act 2010.
Pay: £13.25-£13.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
