Care Home Cook

Job Description

Job Title: Cook Location: Whetstone, North London, N20 Payrate: £14.75 per hour Full time: 7:00- 15:30 Join Our Team Ventry Care Homes is a warm and welcoming residential care home providing high-quality care and support for older adults. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook to join our team and help deliver nutritious, appetising meals that enhance the wellbeing of our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys working with older people, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of food hygiene and presentation. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook and present nutritious meals, snacks and beverages for residents. Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies, cultural preferences and special diets. Plan menus in conjunction with management and residents' preferences. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety. Monitor food stocks and place orders as required. Ensure compliance with Food Standards Agency guidance and relevant legislation. Keep accurate records relating to food temperatures, cleaning schedules and stock control. Work effectively as part of the care home team to provide an excellent dining experience for residents. About You Essential: Previous experience in a cooking or catering role. Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices. Ability to work independently and manage kitchen duties effectively. Good communication and teamwork skills. Understanding of the importance of nutrition for older people. Desirable: Experience working within a care home, healthcare or hospitality setting. Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above). Knowledge of specialist diets, including texture-modified and diabetic diets. What We Offer Competitive pay. Paid holiday entitlement. Pension scheme. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Supportive working environment. Safer Recruitment Statement Ventry Care Homes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS check. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter. TPBN1_UKTJ