Role Overview:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Chef to join our friendly team in a caring and supportive residential/nursing home environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who enjoys creating nutritious, delicious meals while making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.
At our home, food is more than just a meal—it's an important part of our residents' wellbeing, comfort, and quality of life. We are seeking someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality dining experiences and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, appetising meals in a hygienic and professional manner.
* Assist in planning and developing varied seasonal menus in collaboration with the Hotel Services Manager.
* Prepare daily menus and ensure sufficient food supplies are available.
* Cater for residents' individual dietary, cultural, religious, and nutritional requirements.
* Ensure special diets and texture-modified meals are prepared accurately and safely.
* Supervise, support, and direct Catering Assistants as required.
* Assist with food ordering, stock control, stock rotation, and record keeping.
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and catering areas.
* Ensure compliance with Food Safety legislation, Health & Safety regulations, and C.O.S.H.H. requirements.
* Support staff training and development within the catering department.
* Assist with staff rotas, ensuring efficient staffing levels within budgetary requirements.
* Report accidents, incidents, hazards, and maintenance concerns promptly.
* Promote effective communication and positive working relationships with colleagues across all departments.
* Maintain confidentiality regarding residents and their personal information.
* Contribute to a warm, person-centred environment that promotes residents' dignity, independence, choice, comfort, and wellbeing.
We are looking for:
* Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or in a similar catering role preferably in a care home, healthcare setting.
* Good knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, and special dietary requirements.
* Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently.
* Committed to delivering high-quality meals and excellent dining experiences for residents.
* Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
* Knowledge of nutrition for older people and experience supervising catering staff.
Please Note:
* This job description is not an exhaustive statement of the job. Other duties may need to be undertaken commensurate with this position.
* This is not a sponsorship role