Assistant Cook - Newtownards, United Kingdom - Aughnacloy House

Aughnacloy House
Aughnacloy House
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Newtownards, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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We are looking for an experienced Assistant Cook to job our team at Beverly Lodge.


Main Duties

  • Purchasing fresh foods as required from local suppliers.
  • Ordering frozen foods and dry goods weekly from nominated suppliers.
  • Regularly checking that suppliers' prices are competitive.
  • Accounting for all monies issues and receipts obtained.
  • Preparing menus to be agreed with the Home Manager.
  • Preparing nutritional food to a high standard, taking into account any special dietary requirements.
  • Ensuring staff clear dishes quickly and tidily.
  • Ensuring that the highest standards of hygiene are maintained.
  • Supervise all catering staff.
  • Other duties as necessary to meet the catering needs of the Home.
  • Liaise with care staff to ensure optimum interaction between care and catering service.
  • Visit residents daily to ensure quality of service.

Essential Criteria:


  • Previous experience as a cook or kitchen assistant, preferably in a healthcare or nursing home setting.
  • Knowledge of various cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Ability to follow dietary guidelines, recipes, and portion control requirements.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

About Beverly Lodge Nursing Home
MD Healthcare acquired Beverly Lodge Nursing Home in August 2019. Beverly Lodge provides Dementia Nursing care. Since its acquisition, it has been substantially upgraded to improve the environment for the residents.

The home is a calm environment that is conducive to well-being and mood enhancement with themed areas throughout the home for therapeutic activity.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company operate a no smoking policy.


Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
£12.53 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Onsite parking

Application question(s):

  • Do you have previous experience as a cook or kitchen assistant, preferably in a healthcare or nursing home setting?
  • Would you have the ability to follow dietary guidelines, recipes, and portion control requirements?
  • Knowledge of various cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards

Work Location:
In person
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