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Good English Cookery Qualification Computer Skills Problem Solving Communication Skills Experience in a similar role

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Cook

Reports to Hospitality Manager.

Summary

• Ensure cleaning schedules are adhered to.
• Assist in preparing menus, including preferences, special diets and foods as needed.
• Cook and serve a hot dinner/lunch.
• Prepare a cold and hot option for tea/supper.
• Make cold and hot desert options.
• Assist in maintaining an efficient stock control system.

Requirements

• Good english.
• Can commute to Ashfield within an hour.
• Qualification in cookery (e.g., college/city and guilds/HNC).
• Proficient computer/written skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Communications skills.
• Experience in a similar role.

Specific Requirements for application

• Good English.
• Written & verbal.
• Can commute to Ashfield within an hour .
• Approved elementary Food Hygiene certificate.
• Qualification in cookery (e.g., college/city and guilds/HNC).
• Qualification in textured modified foods.
• Qualification in serving moulded foods.
• Flexible.
• Must be able to work across a variety of shifts.

Skills

• Proficient computer/written skills.
• To maintain all catering records and audits in accordance with our Home's policies to ensure standards compliance.
• Problem solving skills.
• Adapt and address situations quickly.
• Recognise and report situations where there might be a need for protection.
• Communication skills.
• Build rapport with Residents by establishing personal connections and showing genuine interest in their lives.
• Liaise appropriately with all visitors and callers to our Home.

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar environment.
• E.g. working in a home care.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience of working with people who have additional support needs.
• E.g. elderly people with dementia.

Your Duties

• Meal Preparation and Cooking: Prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents in line with planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Dietary and Nutritional Needs: Ensure meals meet residents’ individual dietary needs, including modified textures, allergies, and medical diets.
• Menu Planning Support: Assist with planning balanced menus that provide variety and meet nutritional guidelines for older adults.
• Food Hygiene and Safety: Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safe food handling in line with food safety regulations.
• Kitchen Organisation: Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and well stocked, ensuring all equipment is used safely and maintained properly.
• Stock Control and Ordering: Monitor food supplies, check deliveries, and assist with ordering ingredients to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Portion Control and Presentation: Prepare meals in appropriate portion sizes and present food in an appealing way to encourage residents to eat well.
• Special Meal Requests: Adapt meals when necessary to accommodate residents’ preferences, cultural needs, or health requirements.
• Record Keeping: Maintain records such as temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and food safety documentation.

Team work

• Assist with the induction of new starters in accordance with [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]’s policy.
• Be polite and respectful in communication with staff, residents, or external visitors.
• Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the service.
• Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for people in the service.

Safeguarding Residents

• Promote the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of residents at all times. This includes maintaining an environment free from abuse, neglect, or harm.
• Remain vigilant to any signs or indicators of abuse—whether physical, emotional, financial, sexual, or neglect.
• Act in accordance with the organisation’s safeguarding policies and procedures.

Personal development

• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals one supports.
• Attend all statutory training, meetings and any others as directed by a manager.
• Knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards.
• Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements.
• Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications with the role.
• Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.
• Understand and follow all relevant risk assessments.
• Be open to learning opportunities.