Cook

Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals as and when required
Provide for special dietary requirements when necessary and take into account the preferences of the residents
Liaise with the Home Manager when planning/costing menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of available fresh food
Maintain accurate records of food supplies/freezers and fridge temperatures
Keep in line with food budgets/cost control
Ensure stock rotation, order stock and check deliveries
Prepare staff rota for kitchen
Interview new domestic staff members with the Home Manager as and when required in line with company recruitment policy
Supervise and instruct Kitchen Staff members in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures
Help and guidance to all staff members as and when needed
Ensure statutory and safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas
Ensure all crockery and equipment is clean and stored appropriately
Report immediately to the Home Manager, or person in charge, any illness of an infectious nature or accident

Are you an experienced Head Chef looking to work in a fast paced environment? Are you a good team player with experience in volume catering? Then we would like to hear from you!

At Woodfield Grange Care Home in Halifax, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent person-centred care for Residents. The friendly team here work tirelessly to offer 24/7 residential and nursing care, as well as respite and palliative care. Each Resident is an individual, and we want to support them to lead the happy, active life they choose.

Located in a quiet suburb of the town, our Care Home in Halifax is close to Greetland suburb's local amenities. It's just under 4 miles to the town centre, and the local bus runs every ten minutes, which makes it fuss-free for visitors to get here. It's also in easy reach of the Halifax Royal Infirmary.

Competitive pay rates
Flexible pay through Wagestream
Paid Family Leave
Free DBS check and uniform
Refer a Friend scheme
Robust Continuing Professional Development