Bromley
Cook - Elmwood Nursing Home, Bromley, London Location: South East London, Bickley, BR1 2EN Salary: £26,461.05 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Employer: Mission Care Enjoy making a difference to someone`s life? Become a Cook today! We now have an exciting opportunity for a Cook to join ourincredible team within our Elmwood nursing home where you'll create nutritious, home-cooked meals for elderly residents, including those with dementia and special dietary requirements. In return for your hard work, we will offer you the following: Comprehensive learning and development programme Pay Reviews Free DBS Check Pension scheme enrolment Free meal whilst on shift Uniform provided Life insurance 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Summary of Cook duties: As a Cook in one of our homes, you will be leading a team in the kitchen and responsible for the smooth running of every shift. Main duties include: Ensuring that our residents food needs are met and that their wishes and expectations are being exceeded. Carefully planning meals to ensure that they are ofhigh quality and appetizingly presented, and that food safety guidelines are followed at all times Ordering food stock, adhering to budgets when ordering ingredients from suppliers Supervising Catering Assistants, ensuring they understand their duties and perform them to a high standard Ensuring all appropriate records are in place in accordance with Environmental Health and the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority Guidelines Ensuring all areas of the kitchen, including storage areas, are kept meticulously clean and tidy at all times Ensuring that food is stored and cooked in accordance with Environmental Health Regulations Assuring the quality of food items delivered to the kitchen Regular stock rotation of provisions in refrigerators, freezers and store rooms Using and cleaning all equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines Maintaining a safe environment for residents at all times Adhering to the Fire Policy, COSHH Regulations and all other Health and Safety procedures In return for your hard work, you will receive support and guidance through your journey at Mission Care, as well as opportunities to progress your career. This role would suit: Chef, Sous Chef, Care Home Cook, Hospital Cook, Healthcare Cook, School Cook, or Hospitality Supervisor looking to transition into a rewarding care home environment. Working hours: The shift pattern is broken down into 4 shifts on and 4 days off (35 hours per week). About Mission Care Mission Care is an established Christian charity providing residential care, nursing care, and dementia care across five care homes in South London (Bromley and Dulwich). With almost 120 years' experience in elderly care, we deliver exceptional person-centred care guided by our values of good stewardship, individuality, creativity, and honesty Apply today to join our dedicated team! Please note, due to the high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted. TPBN1_UKCT
