Cook - Bank

Job details

Purpose: To prepare and serve nutritious, safe and well-presented meals to the residents.

Main Responsibilities:

To provide a choice of well portioned and nutritious meals for residents according to menu plan
To seek the preferences of residents when preparing and reviewing menu plans
To be aware of current food safety legislation
To manage stock control, minimising waste
To place weekly orders and check in deliveries using safety checks
To work within the budgets set by management
To supervise the kitchen staff and enable them to carry out their duties competently, safely and efficiently
To assist management in the risk assessing of kitchen areas
To take part in internal & external training as required
To attend and contribute to staff meetings when required
To induct new members of staff into the kitchen
To take responsibility for cleanliness and safety of kitchen areas
To liaise with Environmental Health and Pest Control specialists
To be aware of the causes and factors involved in food poisoning and cross contamination, and take steps to prevent them
To have an awareness of the importance of nutrition and hydration in Elderly care
To maintain confidentiality on all aspects of care and your work within the home
To promote the values of St Serfs Care Home at all times

Experience:

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Benefits:

Experience:

Work authorisation:

Work Location: In person