Avatar Care Group been providing nursing care for our residents since 2003. Our homes operate under our ethos ‘Care, Quality & Compassion’ which is at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for a Bank Cook to work at Sellywood House Nursing Home.
To be considered for the Bank Cook, it is essential that you have demonstrative culinary experience, preferably in a hospitality environment, accompanied by a relevant catering qualification and, as a minimum, the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
Cook Specification:
· Menu planning and control, Food purchasing and supplies, Management and supervision of kitchen staff, Health and safety and quality control
· Carrying out duties at all times in a manner which has appropriate regard to the health, safety and welfare of both themselves and others and reports any equipment that is, or is thought to be, not in good working order
· To monitor and ensure that food preparation and delivery is always undertaken within a clean and safe environment.
· Being conversant with and following key home policies, e.g. Health and Safety, COSHH, Food Hygiene etc.
· To promote the food service as a key contributor to determining the Home’s reputation and attractiveness
Work Experience:
● A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2
● Basic certificate in Food hygiene.
● At Least 1 year experience in commercial or institutional catering, providing varied menu.
● Conversant with Environmental Health and Health and Safety regulations/legislation etc. governing the preparation, storage and cooking of food.
● Satisfactory DBS
Benefits:
- Company Pension
- Free On-site parking
- Paid Breaks
- Competitive hourly rates
- Friendly Working Environment
- Various shifts available
To apply for the Bank Cook, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, professional achievements, and your motivation for joining our Team. Applications can be sent to [email protected].
We appreciate your interest in joining our team. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We hope you feel you could be our next team member.
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Tell me a little about yourself and why you've applied for the role?
- Do you have HACCP level 2 or above?
- How do you ensure food safety and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen?
- What is the postcode you will be commuting from?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation?
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Bank Cook - Sellywood
