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Job Title: Cook (Care Home)Location: AshfordHours: 7am - 3pm, 4 Days a Week (Including Alternate Weekends)Salary: Starting from £12.50 per hour (Negotiable based on experience and qualifications)Start Date: ASAP
Howard Finley Care are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our clients caring team at a well-established care home in Ashford. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in preparing nutritious, appetizing meals for their residents, ensuring their dietary needs and preferences are met.
Key Responsibilities:- Preparing and cooking meals in line with residents' dietary requirements, including soft and textured diets.
- Following set menus while adding creativity and variety where possible.
- Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
- Working as part of a team to ensure a smooth and efficient meal service.
- Assisting with menu planning and food ordering as needed.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent (essential).
- Previous experience working as a cook within a care home setting (preferred).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for providing high-quality meals with attention to presentation.
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
- 7am - 3pm, 4 days per week, including alternative weekends.
- Rota details will be discussed during the interview process.
- Competitive hourly rate starting from £12.50, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for further training and development.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required).
- No Sponsorship offered.
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your most up to date CV. Alternatively, contact Maddie on to discuss the vacancy further.
Howard Finley acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. As part of our recruitment process, we will retain your CV for a period of one year to enable us to consider you for future roles. After this period, your CV will be deleted.
