Second / Assistant Cook

We have an exciting opportunity for a Second / Assistant Cook to join our team of dedicated staff. The role is based at Picktree Court Care Home in Chester le Street. Picktree Court is family run and prides itself on the quality of care we deliver.

You will be responsible for preparing and cooking a balanced, nutritious diet within a controlled hygienic environment, meeting residents dietary requirements as necessary. Responsibilities: working with raw ingredients, required knowledge of food/nutrition, to prepare and cook nutritional food from fresh to a high standard at agreed meal times from set menus. Ensuring rotation of foodstuffs, ordering fresh food and other food, monitoring and recording temperature checks.

As Second / Assistant Cook you will assist in leading the catering team to provide nutritious and enticing meals for the residents in our care. You will be responsible for ensuring meal times are an enjoyable part of the day, involving residents in preparing and developing menus.

A full driving licence is preferred to make short journeys between our Chester-le-Street care homes.