The job ad is for a Chef position at Kippingtons Nursing Home, a 55-bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home in Sevenoaks, Kent. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and a 9.4 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The Chef will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents, using the best ingredients available. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.
Main duties of the job
The Chef will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of Kippingtons Nursing Home. The role involves working four 10-hour shifts per week, with no evening work. The successful candidate will need to have strong culinary skills, a passion for using fresh ingredients, and the ability to lead by example and mentor the team. They will also need to have experience in healthcare catering and an understanding of the dietary requirements of older adults, including those with dementia.
About us
Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality care homes across the UK. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees are empathetic, respectful, and have a growth mindset. The company offers a range of benefits and development opportunities to support its staff.
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
* Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
* 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
* CQC Rating – Good
* Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
* Chef
* 40 Hours Required (four shifts per week /10 hours shifts)
* £14.65 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
* Blue Light Discount Card
* Holiday & days out discounts
* Long service awards
* Recognition programme
* And much more!
We are looking for highly skilled chefs to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
* The job ad does not specify any formal qualifications, but the successful candidate will need to have significant experience as a Chef, particularly in a healthcare or catering setting. They should be able to demonstrate their ability to create high-quality, nutritious meals and have a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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