About the role
The Cook contributes to the quality of life of residents by providing quality food service offering nutritious, safe, hygienic and adequate meals that meet residents' individual nutritional needs. The Cook reports directly to the Kitchen Manager, or the Care Home Manager in the absence of a Kitchen Manager. The Cook is part of a wider team including activities, housekeeping, laundry, kitchen, maintenance, caregivers and healthcare professionals.
Key responsibilities
Preparing and cooking/baking food for the residents according to the planned menu and meal schedule
Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
Providing direction and guidance to the kitchen hand during food preparation
Ensuring quality of food by examining food stuffs and complying with the documented safe food handling and infection control procedures
Providing services in a pleasant and courteous manner which is respectful of individual privacy, dignity and personal property
Consulting, cooperating and coordinating activities with all workers on site, and ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and Rangiora Lifecare Limited Policies
Participating in training, in-service education and meetings as required
Ensuring your own safety and that of other staff and residents by understanding and complying with Health and Safety policy and procedures, wearing protective clothing and using protective equipment, reporting any pain or discomfort as soon as possible, reporting all accidents and incidents, and communicating any health and safety concerns to your manager
Understanding and complying with all other relevant policies and procedures
About you
Current NZ Food Safety Certificate
Experience in cooking for the elderly or similar relevant experience
Good oral and written communication skills
Organisational, time management and problem solving ability
Empathy towards the elderly, good interpersonal and customer service skills
Honesty and integrity