Care Home Cook

Care Through The Millennium are a well-established private residential care and supported living provider who offer support to vulnerable adults in a safe, nurturing and person-centred environment. We are committed to delivering high standards of care and recognise that nutrition plays a vital role in the health, wellbeing and quality of life of the people we support.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Care Home Cook to join our team at our home in Hollywood, South Birmingham. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals while working in a caring and supportive setting.
Summary of Duties
To be responsible for the day to day running of the busy care home kitchen ensuring compliance with relevant Health & Safety and Food Hygiene requirements and company policy.
Plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for the homes service users ensuring their individual dietary needs are met.
Responsibilities
* To liaise with the service users to develop a nutritious menu which takes into account their individual needs (including Allergens) and preferences and which offers choice.
* Prepare, cook and serve the meals, ensuring food is cooked and stored and labelled in line with food safety legislative requirements.
* Communicate and support the service users with dignity and respect.
* To ensure that all areas of the kitchen are kept clean and hygienic at all times following the cleaning schedule.
* Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control and ordering supplies as needed.
* To ensure efficient rotation of stock and that food is in date and correctly stored and labelled.
* Ensure that fridge, freezer, and food temperatures are tested and recorded daily in line with company policy.
* Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended guidelines.
* Follow the Safer Food, Better Business for food safety guidance.
* Report all breakage's, health and safety concerns, potential hazards and maintenance requirements.
* Report accidents and Incidents.
* Communicate and support the service users with dignity and respect.
* To be aware of and abide by the company policies regarding infection control and personal hygiene.
Hours: 28 hours per week
Skills and attributes
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to plan, prepare and serve, nutritious and varied meals to the service users in accordance with the menu.
* Experience of cooking for people with dietary requirements including allergens.
* Preparing and cooking meals on a large scale.
* Able to remain calm in emergencies and take appropriate action. Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
* Ability to work with the minimum of supervision using own initiative. Receive and carry out instructions from senior staff.
* Respect peoples’ rights and dignity and awareness of the importance of safeguarding practices.
CTTM’s reward to you
Excellent opportunities for career development, including Leader in Adult Care Qualification
Eligible for a Blue Light Discount Card
Rewards scheme - discounted supermarket shopping vouchers & cashback deals
Employee assistance scheme
Paid induction training
Pension scheme
Refer a friend bonus scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity for a cook to utilise and develop their knowledge and skills and with an organisation that has a proven track record in supporting their team members to develop their career in a caring and supportive environment.
Due to the nature of the role, a DBS disclosure is required for this position