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08-08-2025
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Job Description
3 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose
- To prepare and cook nutritious well-balanced meals that meet the dietary needs of service users in a residential or day care setting ensuring food is prepared to high standards of hygiene quality and presentation while supporting the overall wellbeing of individuals in care.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Plan prepare and cook meals according to individual dietary requirements (e.g. allergies medical conditions cultural preferences).
- Ensure food is served safely attractively and on time
- Work with care staff to understand and support residents nutritional needs and preferences.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen in line with food safety regulations.
- Monitor stock levels order supplies and manage food storage appropriately
- Keep accurate records of food temperatures deliveries and stock rotation.
- Adhere to budgets and minimize food waste.
- Engage positively with residents promoting a pleasant and inclusive mealtime experience
- Comply with all health and safety food hygiene and infection control procedures.
- Participate in training and development to maintain high standards of care and catering.
Essential Experience Required
- Experience working as a cook or chef preferably in a care healthcare or similar environment.
- Knowledge of dietary needs and nutritional standards.
- Ability to work independently and manage kitchen operations.
- Understanding of safeguarding and dignity in care settings.
Essential Qualifications Required
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Additional Information To Note
- Working hours: 37 hours per week.
- Enhanced DBS is Required For This Role
Employment Type
Full Time
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