Cook

Buckland Care Ltd; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home provider in Fareham seeks an experienced Cook or Chef to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will create inspiring meals while catering to residents' dietary needs. Enjoying interaction and communication with the elderly is essential. Knowledge in food health and hygiene is required, alongside several years of hospitality experience. This position offers flexible working hours, perfect for someone looking to supplement existing work commitments.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in hospitality/catering required.
• Level 2 Food & Hygiene certification is required.
• City & Guilds Catering qualification ideal but not required.
• Passionate about food and fresh ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Create inspiring mealtimes for residents at Hartwell Lodge.
• Interact and communicate with elderly residents.
• Cater to residents' dietary preferences and requirements.

Skills

Experience in hospitality/catering

Knowledge of food health and hygiene

Good level of English

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 2 Food & Hygiene

City & Guilds Catering qualification

Job description

Hartwell Lodge Care Home in Fareham is looking for an experienced Cook or Chef to work on bank. This would suit someone looking to supplement their current working hours or someone looking for flexibility in their role.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

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 the 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 on 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
• Prioritising resident and relative needs and offering personalised menus when required
• Honest and kind person who can work under pressure
• Previous experience in a care home is beneficial