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Job description

Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals and snacks, as and when required. Provide for special dietary requirements where necessary, and take into account the preferences of individual residents.

Responsibilities

• To ensure the efficient production of high-quality food within the available budget, whilst maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Plan menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of available fresh foods.
• Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer/fridge temperatures.
• Order stocks and check deliveries. Ensure stock rotation.
• Supervise and instruct kitchen staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Enhanced Access NI to be completed by the successful candidate.
• Have a genuine commitment to working as part of a team within a caring environment.

Further Information

Uniform provided. Mandatory training provided online. Bupa Cashplan after 6 months. Staff incentive schemes. Meals provided.Free parking.Overtime rate paid for specified bank holidays. Blue Light registration. Pension Scheme.

Application Information

To request an application form please email hr@manorhealthcare.org or telephone 02893 341472