Cook

Cook

Location: Gloucestershire

Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum

Reports to: Home Manager / Bursar

Overview

We are seeking a Cook to support the delivery of a high-quality catering service within a residential setting. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious, well-balanced meals while meeting a range of dietary and cultural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with menu planning in collaboration with the Chef
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in line with agreed menus
• Cater for a variety of dietary requirements
• Maintain stock levels and ensure quality of ingredients
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP procedures
• Support compliance with inspections and implement improvements where required
• Provide cover for the Chef when needed

About You

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Experience in a kitchen preparing meals for groups
• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Positive, reliable, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• A considerate approach when working with older people

Desirable

• Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking (or willingness to work towards)
• Knowledge of nutrition, special diets, and menu planning
• Some supervisory experience

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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