Cook - Residential Service

Role: Cook

Location: Solihull
Contract: 20 hours per week
Rota: Week 1: Thursday - Friday; Week 2: Friday - Sunday
Pay Rate: £11.51 - £11.78 per hour

The Abbeyfield Society is a national charity dedicated to alleviating loneliness and isolation among older people by providing companionship in our supported housing accommodations, retirement apartments, and care homes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to join our team and support our Independent Living property in Solihull.

The Role of a Cook:

As a Cook, you will be responsible for:

• Menu Creation: Developing healthy, balanced menus that cater to the dietary needs and preferences of residents, confidently cooking for an average of 35 people.
• Stock Management: Maintaining an effective system of stock rotation and control to manage catering costs within the agreed budget.
• Equipment Safety: Ensuring the safe and proper use of catering equipment, promptly reporting any defects to management.
• Hygiene Standards: Adhering to kitchen cleaning procedures and schedules in line with Environmental Health standards, ensuring the kitchen and storage areas are clean and hygienic.
• COSHH Compliance: Correctly using all equipment and products according to COSHH requirements, regularly reviewing all COSHH assessments.
• Food Safety Records: Participating in and supervising the completion of all relevant food safety records.

About You:

We are looking for a Cook who has:

• A relevant Certificate in Food Hygiene and proven experience in cooking varied, healthy, and safe meals for large groups regularly.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A methodical and highly organized approach, ensuring cleanliness and effective stock rotation in the kitchen.

What Abbeyfield Offers:

• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a great work/life balance with high job satisfaction.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive salary with opportunities for progression.
• Referral Incentives: Earn up to £500 through our 'Refer a Colleague' scheme.
• Menopause Friendly: Supportive workplace policies promoting wellbeing.
• Childcare Support: Access to childcare vouchers and enhanced holiday entitlement for long service.
• Medical Cashback Scheme: Cover medical expenses such as dental, optical care, and more.
• Occupational Sick Pay: Benefit from a robust sick pay policy.
• Blue Light Card Eligibility: Enjoy significant savings with a Blue Light Card.
• Career Development: Learning and career growth opportunities supported by a friendly leadership team.

Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Two satisfactory employment references
• A Standard DBS check (paid for by Abbeyfield)You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked. 

If you're ready to make a difference in a friendly and supportive setting, apply today!