Chef

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef to work in a brand new care home opening soon based in the Weymouth, Dorset area. You will be working for one of the UK’s leading health care providers.

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus.
• Ensure menus are displayed showing choices.
• Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available.
• Check quantity and quality of stock and order items in accordance with the catering manual.
• Supervise the kitchen employee team.
• Ensure HACCP processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required.
• Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager.

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.

• Pension scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects.
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays.
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards).
• Paid breaks.
• Uniform provided.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Costs for an enhanced DBS.
• Rewards for years of service.

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2:3 in Food preparing and catering.

Reference

For this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV.