Job Title:
Care Home Chef
Location:
Wessex Gate, Waterlooville (PO8), PO8 9LN Reports To:
Care Home Manager / Head Chef Job Summary: The Care Home Chef is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for residents, ensuring dietary requirements are met, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety. The role requires creativity, compassion, and an understanding of the unique dietary needs of elderly residents. Key Responsibilities:
Meal Planning & Preparation Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to residents dietary requirements, preferences, and health conditions.
Plan weekly menus, incorporating variety and seasonal ingredients.
Adapt meals for residents with allergies, dysphagia, diabetes, or other health-related dietary needs.
Food Safety & Hygiene Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health, and safety standards.
Maintain clean and organized kitchen facilities.
Monitor and record food temperatures, storage, and expiration dates.
Stock Management Order, receive, and store kitchen supplies and ingredients efficiently.
Monitor inventory and minimize waste.
Collaboration & Communication Work closely with care staff to understand residents dietary needs and preferences.
Provide guidance to kitchen assistants or other catering staff.
Communicate with management regarding menu planning, stock levels, and resident satisfaction.
Resident Experience Present meals attractively to enhance residents dining experience.
Ensure meals are served on time and meet the expectations of residents.
Respond to residents feedback and make adjustments as needed.
Skills & Qualifications:
NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering or equivalent.
Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a care home, healthcare, or hospitality setting.
Knowledge of nutritional needs for elderly residents.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Personal Attributes:
Compassionate and patient, understanding the needs of elderly residents.
Creative and passionate about food.
Attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and bank holidays as required.
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