Full-Time Chef
Recovery Lighthouse, Worthing
40 hours per week
£15 per hour
Are you a chef looking for a rewarding role within a supportive team? This could be the perfect opportunity for you! Join the UK's leading alcohol and drug rehabilitation provider, where we take pride in offering world-class treatment in comfortable, affordable facilities across the country.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a chef to prepare and serve meals. You will follow set menus designed to provide a diverse and nutritious diet for our residents. In this role, you will ensure residents enjoy a balanced and varied diet throughout their stay.
Our Values
At UKAT, our work is guided by four core values that underpin everything we do:
* Understanding – We listen without judgement and recognise every individual's unique journey
* Kindness – We lead with compassion, empathy, and respect
* Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions, decisions, and standards of care
* Teamwork – We work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients
Main duties of the Chef:
* To prepare menus as agreed with the Centre Manager. There will be a choice of options, including vegetarian.
* To ensure that religious and cultural dietary needs are catered for.
* To ensure that these meals are prepared in nutritious, appealing, and wholesome way.
* To respond to requests for special therapeutic diets when advised by health care and dietetic staff, including adequate provision of calcium and vitamin D.
* To ensure that clients properly set and clear tables.
* To ensure that clients wash up and tidy as part of their therapeutic responsibilities.
* To maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen.
* To conduct all procedures within the kitchen with due regard to the food hygiene, Health and Safety legislation, Emergency and Fire procedures.
* To promptly report any faulty appliances, damaged equipment, or any potential hazard to the Centre Manager, Cook, Maintenance person and person in charge.
* To adhere to all centre policies and procedures within the defined timescales.
* To be familiar with the required care standards and regulations governing your job
* To work individually and within a team to meet a standard commensurate with aims and objectives of the centre and in consideration of its residents.
* Observe and maintain high levels of communication within the teams of staff, individual colleagues, and residents.
* To carry out any additional duties as requested.
* To undertake any additional training and development programmes the Centre may consider appropriate to enhance your contribution to the Centre.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a chef.
* NVQ Level 2 in Food & Hygiene
* Ability to prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals, including catering to specific dietary needs such as religious, cultural, and therapeutic diets.
* Knowledge of food hygiene, Health and Safety regulations, and kitchen safety procedures.
* Strong organisational skills to plan menus and prepare meals efficiently.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Effective communication skills to interact with staff, clients, and residents.
* Flexibility to adapt menus based on dietary advice and requests.
* Ability to report issues such as faulty equipment or potential hazards promptly.
* Willingness to participate in training and development programs as required.
The benefits of being a Chef in our team:
* Training given
* Company pension scheme
* Employee benefits and discounts
* The Recruitment Process:
* You will have an initial phone conversation with the talent acquisition specialist which will be an informal chat and opportunity to ask questions about the position.
* If you are successful in your initial phone conversation, you will be required to undertake an interview on-site.
* Our shortlisted candidates will be notified if they are successful within 5 working days post interview.