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Cook - BankCandidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Bank ChefCare Home: Humfrey LodgeHours per week: Bank / 8 hour shiftsSalary: 13.00 an hourAbout the role:We are currently recruiting for a Bank Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Bank Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking for a warm, motivated, and passionate Bank Chef who is driven by quality and high standards, to deliver person-centred hospitality to our residents. You will be supporting the wider catering team, working on a bank basis to cover sickness and annual leave, as well as supporting at planned events within the home.Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:Accrued Paid HolidayPension SchemeBlue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisureEmployee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family membersComprehensive induction and ongoing trainingFree DBS Check and uniformOpportunities to progress your career within the companyFree, on-site parkingEmployee of the Month awardsAbout you:Previous experience within a catering environment in a similar roleYou will have a secure understanding of special dietary and nutritional requirementsAbility to implement methods to ensure these needs are metFood Hygiene Level 2, and ideally an NVQ Level 2A passion for food and delivering an exceptional culinary experienceAbility to lead and motivate a teamKnowledge of health and safety regulations and food hygiene standardsRoles and responsibilities:Ensure that all stages of food preparation are maintained to the highest standards ensuring the well-being of residentsSupport in the preparation and cooking of high-quality dishesEnsure compliance with the Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 / Food Hygiene Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006Ensure that portion control procedures are maintained ensuring waste is kept to a minimumFollow strict individual dietary requirementsHelp to create and develop new menu itemsOversee kitchen cleanliness and ensure equipment is properly maintainedMonitor stock levels, order supplies, and ensure all ingredients are fresh and stored properlyAbout Runwood Homes:Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 58 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.TPBN1_UKTJ