*Title:* Chef
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
*Responsible to: *Home Manager / Deputy Manager
*Purpose*
To provide a high-quality catering service within the Home and provide a safe working environment. Understand the need for effective budgetary control.
*Duties.*
* Provide a planned, varied menu to create nutritious, well-balanced, attractive meals, suitable for the individual client’s needs.
* Visit each new client and adapt the menu to suit their needs.
* Order all catering consumables for approved suppliers.
* Supervise and develop all kitchen staff.
* Work within agreed budgets and staff cost and consumables.
* Liaise weekly with the Home Manager to identify problem areas.
* Implement and maintain an effective cleaning schedule.
* Be accountable for Health & Safety Regulations within the kitchen.
* Be competent in the Company’s fire Regulations and ensure all staff receive regular training.
* Train and supervise staff in the correct procedure for safe handling and storage of food, use of equipment, COSHH and use of cleaning materials.
* Train and supervise staff in the preparation of light snacks and special diets.
* Prepare and cook all meals and special requests as required.
* Carry out accurate stock takes as requested as required.
* Ensure all records are maintained relating to temperature controls.
* Supervise the layout and presentation of the dining room and individual rooms.
* Arrange and supervise the presentation of prepared food.
* Supervise the laying of all meals served trays.
* Attend relevant courses and keep updated on food handling requirements. xsngvjr
* Perform any other duties as may be requested by the Home Manager
* To maintain confidentiality about all clients
* To attend ALL mandatory courses and any other courses as requested by the Manager.
*Working Hours*
*30 Hours a Week, 3 days per week*
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £15.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: DP-CHEF