Care Home Chef - Weekends

OverviewReference KF-WC-200924 Salary £14.50 - £14.50/hour Job Location - United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Hertfordshire -- Waltham Cross Job Type Permanent Posted 20 September 2024Weekend Chef- Cheshunt, HertfordshireLocation: Kingfisher Nursing Home, Emmanuel Lodge, College Road, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9NQHourly rate: Up to £14.50 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: 15 hours/2 days per weekShifts: Saturday and Sunday, 7:30am to 3:30pm Job type: Part time, permanentCome and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe are looking for a compassionate and caring Cook to join our family at Kingfisher Nursing Home. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.What's in it for you?The Butterfly Benefits:Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card)Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme)Cycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRefer a Friend SchemeEmployee of the monthTeam social eventsStaff wellness fundLoyalty and long-service awardsEmployment Perks:Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidaysSupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsComprehensive induction with a work buddy to help you settle inFree training and developmentAbout the role:Prepare hot and cold meals for residents according to their needs and preferencesAssist with planning seasonal menusEnsure compliance with the Health & Safety Policy and regulationsCarry out checks in the kitchen as required to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, for example recording fridge temperaturesMaintain a clean and hygienic environment, including washing and clearing up equipmentReport all accidents and incidents to the Person-in-Charge of the homeAbout you:The right to live and work in the UKPrevious experience in a similar role and setting (i.e. a care home or a school)Certificate Level II in Food Safety and HygieneKnowledge of nutritional needs of older peopleHealth and Safety and regulatory requirementsA positive and flexible attitude towards work and the ability to work well in a teamWe reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.WGHROB