Domestic Assistant - OL

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Job description

*Job Title: *Domestic Assistant - Cook/Cleaner

*Location: *Oakley Lodge, Basingstoke

*Contract: *Full Time

*Hours: * 37.5 hours per week

*Salary: *£ 19,695.00 per year

*Recruiter Contact: * East HR Department

*Recruiter Contact Details: *

*Who are we?*

Choice Care Group is one of the largest Health and Social Care providers in the UK and we are looking for caring, committed and passionate Cooks in your area.

*What does the cook do?*

Your role as the cook will be [but not limited to]:

· You will be responsible for the preparation and serving of meals for the home- cooking 2 meals a day and clean specific areas.

· To ensure all special dietary needs are followed and prepare food to a high level of quality and quantity.

· You will maintain relevant records and control stock rotation, ensure the kitchen is clean and hygienic at all times.

· You will set appropriate menus, complete weekly food shops while managing the budget, adhere to all safety standards.

· Set a professional example in work methods, procedures, personal presentation, timekeeping and hygiene.

· To maintain health and safety at work practices at all times.

*Where would I work?*

Oakley Lodge is a brand new, purpose-built residential community home for 12 adults with learning disabilities.

The single-storey main building has 8 large en-suite bedrooms as well as 2 lounges for relaxing and socialising. Additionally, the home has 4 separate one bedroom annexes, each with their own access, for individuals who benefit from a more bespoke environment. A purpose-built activity building provides a dedicated space for arts, crafts and skills training.

The home is well situated, on the edge of open countryside but close to the many amenities of Basingstoke.

*What experience do I need?*

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have previous experience working in the catering sector and/or with people with learning disabilities or other disadvantaged groups. If you are caring, kind and want to work in a job that is genuinely rewarding, this is for you. We will train and mentor you to become a highly skilled professional. We offer all our training in house free of charge and set a career path for you from day one.

*What are the benefits?*

22 days Annual Leave pro rata (excluding Bank Holidays), Pension, Health Assured - Employee Support Line to Support you and your Family, Introduce Friend Bonus, Management Development Academy, Complex in house Training.

Discounts on: Cinema, Top High Street Brands and Restaurants, Gym Memberships, Train tickets, Mobile Phone contracts, Apple products, Theme Parks and many more!

_We reserve right to close this advert before closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. Apply now to avoid disappointment._

*COVID-19:*
*As a health and social care company we have a rigorous COVID-19 policy in place and access to medical-grade PPE.*

Reference ID: EL000

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £19,695.00 per year

Application question(s):
* Are you prepared to have your first vaccination prior to the 16th September? and your second vaccination prior to 11th November?
* If not , do you have a medical exemption letter from you GP?