Assistant Cook

Join Us as an Assistant Cook at St Lukes Care Home - Where Every Meal Matters!

Hours:37 Hours - Hours worked over 2 weeks = 74 | 42 Hours Week One / 32 Hours Week Two | Weekend on/Weekend Off

Discover a fulfilling career with B&M Care, a leading private residential and specialist dementia care provider operating a 26-care home portfolio across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, and Northamptonshire. Rooted in the 'Rose Model of Dementia Care,' we have set a benchmark for delivering exceptional care that honors the everyday rhythms of life. Join us in perfecting the art of care through innovation, high standards of person-centered practice, and your dedication to the future of B&M Care.

St Lukes Care Home in Cavershamis seeking a passionate and skilled Assistant Cook to join our culinary team, ensuring our residents receive nourishing and beautifully presented meals.

Key Responsibilities of an assistant cook:

• Collaborate on seasonal menus, considering residents' input, cultural backgrounds, and dietary requirements.
• Deliver excellence during meal times, enhancing the dining room experience and presentation.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen, ensuring food standards and health & safety regulations are met.

Essential Skills, Characteristics, and Experience:

• Must hold a Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 or above.

Our Commitment to you as an assistant cook:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• £1.00 hourly rate enhancement for contracted hours.
• Free uniform provided.
• Wellbeing Support Line available to all staff members.
• Flexible working within a supportive environment.
• Long Service Awards.
• B&M Cares Golden Rose Staff Recognition Awards.
• Industry-envied training and in-house Leadership Pathway Programme.
• Support & career development.
• Holiday and Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Statutory Sick Pay.
• Auto-Enrolment Pension.

Additional Benefits:

• £250 introduction payment for new starters and referrers.
• £1.25 hourly rate enhancement for overtime hours.
• Blue Light Card providing access to 15,000+ discounts from large national retailers.

Ready to bring joy to every meal and make a difference in our residents' lives? Join B&M Care, where your culinary skills matter!

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