Chef (Kingsclere Court)
Job description
We are looking to recruit a Head Chef for our newly opening care home in Westcliff-on-Sea.The care home has 53 beds and has been fully refurbished to a luxury high standard due to open in January 2024.Your key responsibilities in this role will include, but not limited to;Food knowledge with the ability to cook and present fresh food to a consistently high standard.Ensure the kitchen is run efficiently, and high standards of cleanliness and hygiene of a five-star rated kitchen are maintained.Supporting other catering staff to deliver all catering services throughout the home, ensuring resident choice, dignity, confidentiality and safety are maintained.Maintaining full awareness of menu content, service procedures and any other relevant information.Ensure all documentation is kept up to date according to current legislation; Health & Safety, COSHH regulations and food safety.Advising the Home Manager and Care Services staff concerning any changes in a resident’s dietary habits, in particular reporting and noting any instances where a resident refuses food.Menu development- tailor menus around residents and to ensure we deliver person centred hospitalityWhat we look for in our candidates:At least one years’ experience of catering chef experience.Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.Flexible to work all shifts.Ability to communicate and manage interpersonal relationships.Good nutritional understanding and leadership skills.A friendly and cheerful disposition.Team player, decisive, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable individual.Excellent customer service skills and a desire to deliver good service to our elderly residents during their meal times.What we can offer you?Great career development opportunity and ongoing supportPaid 28 annual leave dayReliable contracted hoursCompany funded qualification for the staff (subject to eligibility)National Employment Saving Trust pension schemeShifts will include weekends. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.Job Types: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: £11.50-£11.94 per hourSchedule:Day shiftWork Location: In person
