Job Title: Regional Chef (Days)
Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Hourly Rate: £13.24 per hour + Paid Mileage
Job Type: Full-time (Days)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Regional Chef to join our team. The role involves assisting with the preparation, production, and delivery of food across all our homes, along with managing food ordering and stock. The successful candidate will have a set shift pattern and will be required to cover planned annual leave and short-term sickness, with some flexibility to relocate to different homes at short notice.
As a Regional Chef, you will:
* Ensure the delivery of high-quality, fresh meals for residents in line with dietary needs and health & safety regulations
* Work alongside the catering management team to maintain a high standard of food quality and presentation
* Manage stock levels and liaise with suppliers to ensure the efficient delivery of food orders
* Assist in maintaining food safety standards, including COSHH management, cleaning rotas, and kitchen hygiene
* Provide training and development opportunities to other kitchen staff
To Succeed in This Role, You Will Be:
* A team player with good interpersonal skills
* Energetic, approachable, and hard-working
* Flexible and adaptable to change
* A strong communicator
* Driven and motivated, with a passion for quality care and food service
* Committed to providing superior services and making a difference in the lives of our residents
What We Offer
* Work/Life balance - work 5 days with no evening work
* Opportunities to use your full range of chef skills, not just one specialism
* Hands-on training and development alongside a supportive catering management team
* A great work-life balance with flexible hours
About Us:
At Careline Lifestyles, we are a family-run specialist provider of residential and nursing care, dedicated to supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, learning disabilities, and complex physical disabilities.
Our focus is on empowering people to live life to the fullest, maintaining their identity, and improving their quality of life.
Shift Pattern
* Rolling rota (including alternating weekends)
* Working 5 out of 7 days
* Shift times: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Week 1: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)
Week 2:
* Tuesday - Thursday (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)
* Saturday - Sunday (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)
* Monday & Friday off
Some flexibility may be required around days off to accommodate sickness and annual leave.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.