Salary: £17.99 per hour
Hours: 35hrs p/w
Shift Times: On 4 weekly rota, shift times between 8am-5:15pm – includes alternative weekends.
Shaw Healthcare is looking for a Senior Chef who is ready to make a positive impact at New Elmcroft, a bright, spacious 60‑bed care home opened in 2008, located in a quiet residential setting in Shoreham‑by‑Sea, close to Brighton and Worthing.
Job Responsibilities
* Liaise with Home Manager, Nutritional Therapist and staff to ensure high‑quality fresh, home‑cooked food is provided every day.
* Establish a rapport with residents and their families to satisfy dietary needs.
* Prepare, cook and serve meals for residents in a timely manner.
* Provide a varied diet, catering to cultural preferences.
* Cater for celebrations and other events within the home.
* Order supplies within the catering budget and company policy guidelines, using approved suppliers.
* Maintain accurate catering records in accordance with HACCP.
* Participate in inspections by Environmental Health and/or care regulators and Local Authorities.
* Maintain a high standard of hygiene within the kitchen by adhering to HACCP and COSHH guidelines.
* Assist in the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by ensuring adherence to Health & Safety and Welfare.
* Manage the Catering Team.
Benefits
* Excellent career opportunities and care qualifications.
* 76% employee‑owned – employees have received over £1850 each in tax‑free bonuses to date.
* Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1,000 for each referral).
* Paid annual leave: 28 days per year (based on hours), inclusive of bank holidays.
* Company sick pay.
* Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays.
* Free uniform.
* Death‑in‑service payment (subject to criteria).
* GP online – around‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app.
* Discounted homemade meals while on shift.
* Pension scheme.
* Colleague discounts – access to over 1,600 high‑street discounts, including carefully selected partners.
* Holiday discounts.
* Outstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards.
* Online benefits and cashback rewards.
* Employee Assistance Programme – free, independent, confidential support for colleagues and families 24/7, 365, covering physical, mental and financial issues.
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now!
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