Cook

This is an exciting opportunity to join Akari Care as a Cook, where you will have the chance to make a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. You will be responsible for creating delicious, wholesome, and nutritious meals for the residents, while also being mindful of individual needs and preferences. As the link between the kitchen and the serving areas, you will have the autonomy to plan menus, plate up, and arrange food trolleys in an attractive way to stimulate the residents' appetites.

As the Cook, you will play a fundamental and integral part of the united and extended care team. You will be afforded the scope to coach a team, create ideas, and see them through as part of their personal development. You will be required to have City & Guilds 706 1&2 or equivalent (achieved or working towards), a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and previous experience as a Head Chef or Head Cook in a similar environment. Additionally, you should possess supervisory or line management experience, a caring nature, the ability to lead by example, and a flexible and adaptable approach to changes.

Akari Care is an award-winning provider of residential care for the elderly. They aim to create an environment where residents are valued, respected, and offered the personalized care they deserve. The organization is committed to ensuring that mealtimes are an important and enjoyable part of the day for their residents, and they take great pride in the quality and nutritional value of the food prepared in their kitchens.