Cook
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BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Cook:
- Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, balanced meals in line with set menus.
- Cater for special dietary requirements (e.g. diabetic, vegetarian, allergen-free, soft diets).
- Ensure meals are prepared on time and meet quality and portion standards.
- Assist in planning varied and appealing menus that meet nutritional guidelines.
- Take into account residents’ preferences, cultural, and religious needs.
- Adapt menus where necessary based on feedback or dietary changes.
- Follow all food hygiene and safety regulations (e.g. HACCP, Food Safety Act).
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and storage areas.
- Ensure safe food handling, storage, and temperature control procedures.
- Comply with infection control and health & safety policies.
- Monitor food stock levels and place orders as required.
- Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO) and minimise waste.
- Check deliveries and ensure quality and correct storage.
- Maintain accurate records (e.g. temperature logs, cleaning schedules, delivery checks).
- Keep documentation in line with regulatory and inspection requirements.
Requirements for cook:
- Enhanced DBS check. xrlawcv
- Experience of working as a Cook in a similar role
- Need to hold relevant cooking qualifications
- Minimum certificate on Food & Hygiene Level 2
- At least 6 months experience of working in a residential kitchen setting for older people over the age of 65 years living with Dementia.
- Understanding of the dietary needs for older people
- Knowledge of health & safety and cooking processes
If you are interested, please apply with your CV.
- Location:
- Islington
- Salary:
- £14 per hour
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Catering And Hospitality
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