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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:
* One free meal per shift for all team members.
* Increased annual leave entitlement; team members who work with us for 3 years or more get 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 for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
* Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
* Long service awards.
Location: Hilden Heights, Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge TN11 9HJ
Hours: 0 hours per week - Bank
Pay: £13 - £15 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: BANK
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 kitchen team to deliver food of the highest standards and will have opportunities for career progression.
What you will be doing:
* Ensure 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 food quality, palatability, and presentation are of an excellent standard.
* Work closely with the Head Chef.
* Manage stock control, replenishing, and ordering.
What you need to succeed as a Chef:
* Ideally 2 years of catering experience.
* Awareness of relevant regulations.
* Knowledge of therapeutic and textured diets is advantageous.
* Experience delivering high-quality service as a Chef is essential.
* Ability to work with a structured menu while maintaining creativity.
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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