Chef/Kitchen Assistant

As the Cook, you will be a part of the kitchen team under the instruction of the Kitchen Manager. You will work to create inspiring mealtimes for residents at home, catering to all preferences and dietary requirements. You will need to enjoy interacting and communicating with the elderly as there will be regular contact with our residents. You will need to have up-to-date knowledge of food health and hygiene and it would be beneficial to have knowledge of fortified diets and soft diets, but we can train you on this if need be.

ABOUT YOU:

• Several years of experience in hospitality/catering is required
• Level 2 Food & Hygiene is required
• A City & Guilds Catering qualification would be ideal but is not a requirement
• Passionate about food, local produce, and fresh ingredients
• Good level of English
• A good team player
• Excellent time management skills
• Prioritizing resident and relative needs and offering personalized menus when required
• An honest and kind person who can work under pressure
• Previous experience in a care home is beneficial