Job Description

Join Our Culinary Team at St Peter's Nursing Home!

Are you passionate about cooking and creating nutritious, comforting meals? St Peter's Nursing Home in Maldon, Essex, is looking for a

Cook/Kitchen Assistant

to join our friendly, family-oriented team. We're proud of our

24-bed

care home, offering a warm, welcoming environment for residents and staff alike.

Position:

Cook

Salary:

13.50 per hour

Job Type:

Bank / Temp to Perm

Location:

Maldon, Essex

Shift Times:

Cook:

7:30am - 5:00pm (2 days per week)

Why Join Us?

We know our team is key to creating a happy, well-run home. Here's what we offer to show our appreciation:

Highly competitive pay

-- because your skills matter.

Extra day off on your birthday

-- enjoy your special day!

Modern, fully refurbished working environment

-- great facilities for you.

Full training and career development

-- grow your skills with us.

Company pension

-- secure your future.

Free uniform

-- look professional without the extra cost.

Subsidised meals

-- enjoy a hearty meal during your shift.

Blue Light Card discounts

-- save on a range of stores and services.

Your Key Responsibilities:

To prepare meals for residents who require a specialised diet such as texture modified, allergies and fortified diet in accordance with instructions from the nursing staff Full responsibility and control of the four weekly menu planning and the picture menus that are updated in the display board daily. To control and monitor the progress of assistants and trainees and inform the Home Manager of any identified training needs To maintain the standard of health and hygiene in line with the food standards agency. To ensure a high level of service for all mealtimes To complete all documentation relating to

H.A.C.C.P

-ensure food safety records are up to date. To report any defects to equipment to the Home Manager To ensure good quality and portion control Maintain a high standard of personal presentation To carry out all general duties and responsibilities in the absence of the other Cook To carry out any reasonable duties requested by senior staff that will aid and assist the smooth running of the home To actively display and promote the Company's Values To remain fully compliant on all mandatory training To be sensitive to the privacy and individual needs of the residents To promote Equality and Diversity in the workplace To carry out regular stock checks upon each food delivery Responsibility for all the accurately and timely ordering of supplies for the kitchen Management of the monthly budget set in place by the Home Manager Keep the kitchen spotless -- ensure complete washing up, empty bins, and mopped floors at the end of your shift.

What We're Looking For:

Experience working in a kitchen environment

-- essential.

Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety

-- ensure compliance.

GCSE's (or equivalent) Maths & English

BTEC in food safety or NVQ Level 2/3 -

required

Positive, team-player attitude

-- a friendly, can-do mindset.

Attention to detail

-- especially when catering to specific dietary needs.

Ready to Apply?

We'd love to hear from you! Call us directly at

01621 840 466

or visit

www.angeliccareltd.co.uk

to apply.

Your successful application is subject to

Right to Work in the UK

verification,

positive references

, and an

Enhanced DBS check (CRB)

.

Join us and make a meaningful difference -- one meal at a time!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Application question(s):

Have level 2 Food and Hygiene
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person