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Job description

We are seeking a Cook to join our catering team and help deliver nutritious, home-cooked meals to residents, staff, and visitors. Reporting To: Catering Manager / Assistant Catering Manager. Accountable To: General Manager. Prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals, accommodate dietary needs, allergies and specialist diets, maintain food safety.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation & service.
• Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard.
• Follow planned menus and accommodate dietary requirements and preferences.
• Prepare alternative meals when required.
• Assist with menu planning and special events catering.
• Resident wellbeing. Support residents' nutritional needs, including specialist diets.
• Ensure dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences are met.
• Promote a positive dining experience.
• Comply with food hygiene, HACCP, allergen, and food safety regulations.
• Record temperatures and maintain food safety documentation.
• Support inspections and ensure safe food handling practices.
• Monitor stock, assist with ordering, and minimise waste.
• Maintain clean, organised kitchen areas and equipment.
• Support and guide Catering Assistants when required.
• Follow health & safety procedures.
• Report accidents, hazards, and equipment faults.
• Participate in mandatory training and fire safety procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Recognised Catering Qualification and Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Minimum 2 years' cooking experience in catering, hospitality or restaurants.
• Strong food preparation skills, HACCP knowledge, customer focus, organisation, teamwork and professionalism.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in a nursing home, residential care, healthcare or similar setting.
• Knowledge of IDDSI, food fortification and therapeutic diets.
• Experience preparing meals for older people.
• GCSE English (Grade A-C) or equivalent desirable.

Further Information

At Nazareth House Care Village, we recognise the important role good food plays in the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. What we offer: Permanent position, 40 hours per week. Overtime opportunities. Supportive team environment. Training and development opportunities. Career progression. Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.