Employer Location: ANTRIM
Job description
We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at Kathryn Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking Second Chefs who are driven by quality and high standards, to deliver person centred hospitality to our residents. Our Second Chefs support our Head Chefs, and take the lead in their absence. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.
Responsibilities
* To ensure that all stages of food preparation are maintained to the highest standards ensuring the well-being of residents. To ensure that all stages of food preparation are maintained to the highest standards ensuring the well-being of residents.
* To ensure the cooking and serving of meals are in accordance with the menu, the Company requirements.
* To ensure compliance with the Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 / Food Hygiene Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006 To ensure the quality of meals produced in terms of presentation and taste.
* To ensure that portion control procedures are maintained ensuring waste is kept to a minimum. Ensure individual dietary requirements are met (e.g. high calorie, low sugar etc.) by following appropriate quantity, charts and recipes or adapting dishes.
* To ensure that the necessary systems and checks are maintained in order to provide a safe, healthy and efficient working environment. To ensure all food and other items are stored correctly.
* To monitor stock, maintain effective stock rotation and place orders where required. To deputise for the Head Chef where required.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* The successful Second Chef will have relevant experience within a catering environment.
* Have a secure understanding of special dietary and nutritional requirements, and be able to implement methods to ensure these needs are met.
* You will also have your Food Hygiene Level 2, and ideally an NVQ Level 2.
Further Information
Location: Willow Grove.