Package Description

JOB ROLE: Cook

LOCATION: Oldham, Manchester (OL8)

RATE: £13.00 per hour

SHIFT PATTERN: Monday to Friday 10AM-5:30PM (May include some weekends)

Driving Licence preferred

About Boston House:

Boston House is a specialist rehabilitation residential service providing support for17 adults with complex needs following a brain injury. Our highly trained support team understands that no two people, and no two brain injuries, are the same. Therefore, we offer a personalised rehabilitation support plan to meet the specific needs and goals of the individuals we support. This includes a tailored rehabilitation service consisting of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation. We are focused on the strengths, interests, and dreams of each person we support.

a specialist rehabilitation residential service providing support for people with complex needs following a brain injury. Our highly trained support team understands that no two people, and no two brain injuries, are the same. Therefore, we offer a personalised rehabilitation support plan to meet the specific needs and goals of the individuals we support. This includes a tailored rehabilitation service consisting of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation. We are focused on the strengths, interests, and dreams of each person we support.

As a Cook at Boston House, you will;

• Develop a menu including two options per meal time that can also meet modified diet and allergy requirements,
• To work alongside the speech and language therapist to ensure that all modifications to individuals diets are met safely,
• Prepare and cook a balanced, varied, nutritious diet within a controlled hygienic environment,
• Monitor stock levels, ensuring that stock is appropriately ordered/purchased, rotated and maintained,
• Control and monitor allocated budgets,
• Implement and maintain an effective cleaning schedule to meet food hygiene standards,
• Ensure temperature testing of foods and storage areas are carried out as required and accurate records are maintained
• Engage with the people we support at Boston House to ensure that meal options are inclusive to all,
• Ensure that menus are amended seasonally.

Previous experience in a similar role is essential

Interview Process:

· Initially, successful candidates will be invited to attend a team’s meeting to complete a question and answer session relevant to skills and experience required for the role,

· If successful, candidates will be asked to prepare a 7 day menu and 2 small dishes to bring to a face to face meeting whereby they will be shown the kitchen facilities.

Why Join us:

• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Hapi App - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement, and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Hapi has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

*Dependant on experience and qualification

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