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Chef / Cook – Bank Contractor at Eaton Court Nursing Home
Brief Description
Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and at Orchard Care Homes it’s no different. Our kitchens are at the centre of everything, providing delicious and nutritious home-cooked meals for everyone.
Location: Eaton Court Nursing Home Eaton Ct, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN34 4UD Salary: £14.11 per hour
About the Role
A talented Chef or Cook can bring to life simple ingredients that evoke memories, creating warmth and comfort. At Orchard Care Homes, we value our kitchen staff and offer training, support, and the flexibility to excel.
This role involves working closely with the Home Manager and care staff to:
- Create nutritious, balanced meals tailored to residents' preferences and needs
- Supervise the team preparing daily meals on time
- Manage food orders, stock levels, and kitchen equipment
By ensuring strict adherence to food safety guidelines, you’ll maintain a kitchen that delivers excellence daily.
Key Responsibilities
Meal Planning & Preparation
- Plan, prepare, and cook varied, nutritious, and appealing meals tailored to residents' preferences, dietary requests, or medical needs, while following Orchard Care Homes’ Good Food Guide
- Adjust meals (with authorisation) to ensure alignment with individual requirements
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Team Leadership & Environment
- Foster a supportive, positive, and encouraging workplace culture
- Provide mentorship and guidance to the kitchen team with empathy and professionalism
Compliance & Standards
- Ensure all statutory and regulatory requirements are understood and met, including:
- HACCP
- Health & Safety
- COSHH
- Food Safety Manuals
- Environmental Health standards
- Care Standards Act guidelines
- Infection Prevention & Control policies toward a safe residential environment
Kitchen Hygiene & Maintenance
- Implement and monitor cleaning schedules to maintain impeccable standards per Food Safety Manual
- Ensure Utensils, work surfaces, and all facilities remain immaculately clean after every use
Stock Management & Procurement
- Oversee food stock levels and manage timely ordering from approved suppliers
- Monitor stock rotation to ensure freshness and highest quality meals for residents
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Knowledge of texture-modified diets and management of food allergens
- Expertise in creating personalised meal plans to cater to individual health conditions
Benefits
Orchard Care Homes believes in investing in your future:
Career Development
- Clear progression pathways and continuous training opportunities from day one
- Opportunities to grow within a skilled team
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Support & Recognition
- Monthly discounts (shopping, dining, travel, technology & more)
- Employee recognition schemes, including “Making a Difference” Awards and Long Service Awards
- Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing – available 24/7
Financial & Retirement Benefits
- Award-winning company-supported pension scheme
About Eaton Court Nursing Home
Eaton Court Nursing Home offers:
- A quiet, modern, and intimate living environment in nearby Grimsby
- 24-hour nursing care
- Spacious layout across two floors
- Convenient proximity to parks, shopping, and transport
About Orchard Healthcare Group
For over 15 years, Orchard Healthcare has delivered high-quality care in and around Grimsby. With unwavering support from the local community, we aim to provide the same loving care that everyone deserves for their loved ones.
Openness & Inclusivity
Orchard proudly supports the armed forces community and welcomes applications from:
- Veterans
- Reservists
- Military spouses
Our military-inclusive workplace embraces the unique skills of service personnel and fosters a supportive culture for all.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join our passionate team!
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