Assistant Chef

TN United Kingdom; Shipton-under-Wychwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join their team at a historic Grade II listed house. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant kitchen environment, preparing delicious meals that cater to the dietary needs of residents. With a focus on fresh produce and quality service, you will play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience. The organization values your growth, offering training programs and recognition for your contributions. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to quality care, this position could be your perfect fit.

Benefits

Enhanced overtime rates

Recognition of service payments

Refer a Friend bonus

Training programmes funded

Annual pay reviews

Private health care options

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and serving hot and cold meals.
• Ability to maintain health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals while accommodating special dietary needs.
• Plan and cost menus, maintain accurate food supply records.

Skills

Catering Skills

Menu Planning

Food Safety Standards

Education

Level 2 Catering Qualification

Level 3 Catering Qualification

Job description

Information

Job Ref:
OPH-AC-140824

Location:
The Old Prebendal House, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Postcode:
OX7 6BQ

Type of contract:
Permanent

Salary:
£13.29 to £13.29 Per Hour

Posted Date:
Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Closing Date:
Wednesday, September 11, 2024

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Assistant Chef

Are you ready for a new challenge? Your new role as Assistant Chef at The Old Prebendal House in Oxfordshire could be just what you’re looking for. Set on the banks of the River Evenlode in the heart of the Cotswolds, this beautiful and historic Grade II listed house is a place of utmost comfortwhere residents can enjoy life in the homeliest of surroundings. An important part of ourcare provisionis supporting our Head Chef in the delivery of nutritious but delicious food that makes the best use of available fresh produce.

Our great benefits include:

Hourly rate: £13.29 plus £2 p/h enhanced overtime rates

Recognition of service payments, receiving a total of £500 in your first year.

£1,000 ‘Refer a Friend’ unlimited payments (that’s potentially £1,000 every time you link us up with another great new person to join the team!

Training programmes and qualifications, funded by us, to make sure you feel confident in your role and can develop.

Annual pay reviews recognising your contribution to making our homes a great place to live and work.

An organisation with an impressive internal promotion record, investing in your future and creating opportunities for people. We have many departments/teams, so you can learn from working in lots of different areas of the business.

Private health care options helping reduce the cost of essential bills, such as dentists and opticians.

More about the role

Duties as an Assistant Chef are varied, and no two days will be the same in the home’s busy kitchen. As a general guide you will prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals, providing special dietary requirements where necessary for residents. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will plan and cost menus, maintaining accurate records and the correct orders of food supplies.

You will also check deliveries and ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately and the kitchen, dining areas, including equipment, are cleaned to statutory Health and Safety standards.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with Level 2 or Level 3 catering qualification or equivalent or a commitment to undertake further training and development relevant to the role.

Our recruitment process

Any conditional offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory background checks, including obtaining suitable references and criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. We require you to have a good standard of English and numeracy skills, and a passion for looking after the adults in your care.

We endeavour to offer every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Should you require assistance and/or would like to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact a member of the team via email at [emailprotected]

We are committed to promoting a fair and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender/sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation.

Job titles can vary – this role is also known as cook’s assistant, assistant cook, sous chef, care home chef, social care.