CookWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.CookCare Home: Orchard BlytheHours per week: 22Salary: £13.45 an hourAbout the role:We are currently recruiting for aCookto join our Hospitality team. Working as aCookat Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking for warm, motivated, and passionateCookswho are driven by quality and high standards, to deliver person centred hospitality to our residents.Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:28 days Paid HolidayWeekly PayPension SchemeBlue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisureEmployee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family membersComprehensive induction and ongoing trainingFree DBS Check and uniformFunding and support towards obtaining NVQsOpportunities to progress your career within the companyFree, on-site parkingEmployee of the Month awardsKey responsibilities:To ensure that all stages of food preparation are maintained to the highest standards ensuring the well-being of residents.To ensure the cooking and serving of meals are in accordance with the menu, the Company requirements.To ensure compliance with the Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013To ensure the quality of meals produced in terms of presentation and taste.To ensure that portion control procedures are maintained ensuring waste is kept to a minimum.Ensure individual dietary requirements are met (e.g. high calorie, low sugar etc.) by following appropriate quantity, charts and recipes or adapting dishes if required.To ensure that the necessary systems and checks are maintained in order to provide a safe, healthy and efficient working environment.To ensure all food and other items are stored correctly.To monitor stock, maintain effective stock rotation and place orders where required.About you:The successfulCookwill have relevant experience within a catering environment. You will have a secure understanding of special dietary and nutritional requirements, and be able to implement methods to ensure these needs are met. You will also have your Food Hygiene Level 2, and ideally a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality, or equivalent.About Runwood Homes:Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.JBRP1_UKTJ