Care Through The Millennium are a well-established private residential care and supported living provider who offer support to vulnerable adults in a safe, nurturing and person-centred environment. We are committed to delivering high standards of care and recognise that nutrition plays a vital role in the health, wellbeing and quality of life of the people we support.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Care Home Cook to join our team at our home in Hollywood, South Birmingham. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals while working in a caring and supportive setting.

Summary of Duties

To be responsible for the day to day running of the busy care home kitchen ensuring compliance with relevant Health & Safety and Food Hygiene requirements and company policy.

Plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for the homes service users ensuring their individual dietary needs are met.

Responsibilities

To liaise with the service users to develop a nutritious menu which takes into account their individual needs (including Allergens) and preferences and which offers choice.
Prepare, cook and serve the meals, ensuring food is cooked and stored and labelled in line with food safety legislative requirements.
Communicate and support the service users with dignity and respect.
To ensure that all areas of the kitchen are kept clean and hygienic at all times following the cleaning schedule.
Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control and ordering supplies as needed.
To ensure efficient rotation of stock and that food is in date and correctly stored and labelled.
Ensure that fridge, freezer, and food temperatures are tested and recorded daily in line with company policy.
Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended guidelines.
Follow the Safer Food, Better Business for food safety guidance.
Report all breakage's, health and safety concerns, potential hazards and maintenance requirements.
Report accidents and Incidents.
Communicate and support the service users with dignity and respect.
To be aware of and abide by the company policies regarding infection control and personal hygiene.

Hours: 28 hours per week

Skills and attributes

Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to plan, prepare and serve, nutritious and varied meals to the service users in accordance with the menu.
Experience of cooking for people with dietary requirements including allergens.
Preparing and cooking meals on a large scale.
Able to remain calm in emergencies and take appropriate action. Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
Ability to work with the minimum of supervision using own initiative. Receive and carry out instructions from senior staff.
Respect peoples’ rights and dignity and awareness of the importance of safeguarding practices.

CTTM’s reward to you

Excellent opportunities for career development, including Leader in Adult Care Qualification

Eligible for a Blue Light Discount Card
Rewards scheme - discounted supermarket shopping vouchers & cashback deals

Employee assistance scheme

Paid induction training

Pension scheme

Refer a friend bonus scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for a cook to utilise and develop their knowledge and skills and with an organisation that has a proven track record in supporting their team members to develop their career in a caring and supportive environment.

Due to the nature of the role, a DBS disclosure is required for this position.

Care Through The Millennium

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