Cook Manager

Care Home Cook Manager required in Scarva 40 hours per week 4 out of 7 working days 7:30am

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- 34320K per annum Role Summary As the Care Home Cook Manager you will be responsible for planning, preparing, and managing nutritious meals for residents while ensuring high standards of hygiene, safety, and team management within the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities Food Preparation & Service Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals tailored to resident's dietary needs Cater for special diets (e.g.

diabetic, soft foods, allergies) Ensure meals are appealing, well-presented, and served on time Menu Planning Develop seasonal menus with variety and nutritional balance Consider residents' preferences and cultural needs Work within budget while maintaining quality Food Safety & Hygiene Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (e.g.

HACCP) Maintain a clean and organised kitchen at all times Record temperature checks, cleaning schedules, and stock control Staff Management Supervise kitchen staff (cooks, assistants, kitchen porters) Train team members on food safety and procedures Manage rotas, holidays, and performance Stock & Budget Control Order food supplies and manage inventory Reduce waste and control costs Work within set budgets Resident Interaction Engage with residents to gather feedback Adapt meals based on individual needs and preferences xwzovoh Contribute to a positive dining experience Skills & Qualifications Experience as a cook/chef (ideally in healthcare or care homes) Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or 3) Knowledge of dietary requirements for elderly people Good organisational and leadership skills NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering or Professional Cookery Experience managing a kitchen team Please submit an up-to-date CV today via the "Apply" link, or you can call the Branch and speak to Donna
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