Assistant Cook

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Join our growing team where we're dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and their families. Our passionate staff are the driving force behind making this purpose a reality! Our company core values are inspired by TRUST: we are Thoughtful, Responsible, Unique, Striving for excellence and Together.

Benefits Package:

Excellent pay rates + Bank holiday enhancements

SSSC registration fees paid for (Scotland only)

Company pension scheme

Disclosure and Barring Service/PVG application paid for (permanent positions only)

Refer a Friend Scheme paying up to £500

Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Provider

Exclusive Online Retail Discounts and Cash Back

Discounted Health Club memberships

Access to bespoke online and face to face training provided by Holmes Care Group

Additional on-going training and development opportunities

Recognition schemes including annual Staff Appreciation Week and annual National Care Awards

What does the day of an Assistant Cook look like?

Our Assistant Cooks are invaluable to our services and play a key role in supporting the Cook with the smooth running of the kitchen and preparing delicious meals for our residents:

Your key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the Cook to coordinate, prepare and serve nutritious meals

Working with the Cook to review menus

Ensure prepared food is of high quality and presentation

Adhere to individual dietary requirements and ensure adequate ingredients are readily available

Cleaning and maintaining a tidy kitchen area (floors, cookers, fridges, etc.)

Assisting with stock taking and the storage of goods, including checking deliveries

To be considered for this role you will have completed, or will be working towards, an Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate and will have a minimum of one year food service experience.

If you are ready to start a new career with the UK’s leading care home group, apply now or contact us via email recruitment@holmes-care.co.uk. Together we can make a difference.