Are you a culinary master looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a talented Chef to join our team! To succeed, you'll need excellent communication skills, at least 2 years of catering experience, awareness of regulations, knowledge of therapeutic and textured diets, and a passion for delivering high-quality service. If you're creative, detail-oriented, and thrive in a structured environment, we want to hear from you!
We offer some excellent rewards & benefits including:
* All team members receive 1 free meal per shift.
* Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
* Increased annual leave entitlement; team members working with us for 3 years or more receive extra annual leave.
* Cycle to Work scheme – save money on commuting costs and improve your health.
* Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
* Company sick pay, which exceeds statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
* Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals—applicable to all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
* Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
* Long service awards.
And much more…
Location: Hastings Court, 314 The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2RA
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: £15.60 per hour
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shift: Days
As a Chef, you will support the Head Chef in managing our fast-paced, state-of-the-art kitchen. The successful candidate will work alongside the Chef and the wonderful kitchen team to deliver food to the highest standards and will have opportunities for career progression.
What you will be doing:
* Ensure an excellent service at all times.
* Follow care/support plans respecting the nutritional needs of each individual.
* Prepare nutritional snacks for residents as required and directed by the Registered Manager.
* Ensure that prepared food is of excellent quality, palatability, and presentation.
* Work closely with the Head Chef.
* Manage stock control, replenishing, and ordering.
What you need to succeed as a Chef:
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ideally, 2 years of catering experience.
* Awareness of regulations.
* Knowledge of therapeutic and textured diets is advantageous.
* Experience in delivering high-quality service as a Chef is essential.
* Ability to work with a structured menu while being creative.
“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love, and be loved, where everyone is part of our family.
* Family
* Integrity
* Respect
* Exceptional
* Sustainable
Apply now!
If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, don’t delay—apply today!
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