Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Care Home Cook to join Stoke on Trent Council on an initial 3 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Key Duties:

• Prepare varied, nutritious meals with attention to portion control and dietary needs

• Plan menus in consultation with service users and staff, including special diets and cultural preferences

• Order and manage food supplies, ensuring correct storage and stock rotation

• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards, including temperature checks and hazard analysis

• Supervise and support kitchen staff informally on a day-to-day basis

• Use domestic products safely in line with COSHH regulations

• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with health and safety standards

• Liaise with suppliers regarding deliveries and quality issues

About You:

• A recognised cookery qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or Level 2 Diploma)

• Basic food hygiene certificate

• Understanding of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations

• Experience managing kitchen processes, budgets, and stock control

If this role would be of interest to you, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible!