Overview
For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career as a Chef, where your skills and compassion truly matter.
Speedwell Court: Speedwell Court is a beautiful, purpose built home that provides an exclusive setting and high quality residential and Dementia care to its elderly residents.
Role: Chef
Location: Speedwell Court, Mansbridge Rd, West End, Southampton SO18 3HW
Hours: 40 hours a week. 7:30am - 5:30pm
Week 1 – Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun; Week 2 – Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Pay: £14.70 p/h - £15.00 p/h
The Role of a Chef
* As a Care Home Chef; You\'ll develop, in consultation with residents, healthy balanced menus, with choices which reflect their needs and preferences.
* Plan, prepare and cook residents’ meals from the agreed menu, taking into account personal preferences or recognised dietary requirements.
* Regularly seeking feedback, you’ll monitor their satisfaction with the menu and quality of the food provided.
* Work alongside our Catering Manager and other members of the team to provide residents with healthy, delicious meals
* Maintenance of a system of effective stock rotation and control is paramount, and by doing so, you will manage catering costs within the agreed catering budget.
* Oversee safe and proper use of catering equipment.
* Champion kitchen cleaning procedures and schedules and ensure your kitchen and store areas are clean and hygienic at all times. You will also oversee the completion of all relevant records in relation to food safety.
About You
* As a Chef, you’ll have a relevant Certificate in Food Hygiene, and a track record of demonstrable experience of cooking varied, healthy and safe meals to large groups on a regular basis.
* You’ll also be able to manage resources, planning rotas in advanceto ensure continuity of the catering service.
* Be methodical and highly organised; thekitchen and equipment will be kept clean and tidy, with an effective method of stock rotation.
What Abbeyfield Offer You
Starting hourly rate of between: £14.70-£15.00.
At Speedwell Court, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:
* Competitive pay
* Generous paid leave allowance
* Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our \'refer a friend\' scheme
* Life Assurance
* Pay progression within role
* Learning and career development opportunities
* Company pension
* Discounted gym membership
* Free onsite parking
* Medical cashback scheme allowing costs of medical expenses (dental, opticians and much more) to be claimed back
* Shop and save vouchers
* Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts.
If you would like to be considered for the role of Chef at Speedwell Court, please click apply on this advert and someone will be in contact to discuss the role in more detail with you.
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