CHEF REQUIRED
Join Our Team as a Chef
Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a supportive and caring employer?
Looking for a rewarding role in a reliable and secure industry—without the burden of unsociable hours?
If you're passionate about your craft and want to be part of an essential, valued service, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality meal preparation and food service within the home. You'll work collaboratively as part of our catering team and alongside other service teams to ensure the highest standards are maintained at all times.
JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties
* Responsibility for delivering catering services within the Home.
* Ensure recording relating to food preparation, is completed accurately and on time.
* Ensure the catering services and residential dining experience is of the highest standard and quality.
* Promote choice and dignity to the residents of the home with the services we provide.
* Ensure the nutritional content of the meals provided cater for the dietary needs of all residents.
* Liaise with residents to ensure they are happy with the food and beverages being delivered within the home.
* Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure quality standards are met.
* Ensure that requirements of the Food Safety Manual, Health and Safety Manual and Meal policies requirements are met.
Qualifications/Education
· NVQ level 2 in Food Hygiene (Desirable)
Experience
· Minimum of two years catering background
· Experience working within a kitchen environment
· Health & Safety knowledge in a busy working environment
· Proven track record in a care home environment delivering quality services
(Desirable)Skills/Knowledge
Personal Qualities
· Reliable and punctual
· Able to adapt to change
· Approachable
· Confident
· Diplomatic
· Enthusiastic
· Flexible
· Influencing skills
· Listening skills
· Negotiating skills
· Patient
· Positive attitude
· Self-motivator
· Flexible approach to working hours - able to work occasionally outside of normal
hours.
· Ability to promote a professional image for the company at all times
· Ability to travel to other homes where needed for training / support
· Able to adapt to the Opus Care culture
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person