Bank Chef - Lambwood Heights-Catering

Oakland Care; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality meals while ensuring nutritional standards are met for residents. With a focus on creativity and attention to detail, you'll thrive in a structured environment where your culinary skills can shine. This opportunity offers a supportive atmosphere, with plenty of room for career progression and a commitment to providing exceptional service. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to make a difference, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased Annual Leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Extra day off for milestone birthdays

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Recognition initiatives

Long service awards

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of catering experience required.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent service and follow nutritional care plans.
• Prepare high-quality food and manage stock control.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Catering experience

Knowledge of regulations

Knowledge of therapeutic diets

High-quality service delivery

Creativity

Job description

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:

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay which is over and above the 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: Maplewood Court, Northumberland Rd, Maidstone ME15 7TA

Hours: 0 hours per week

Pay: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour

Contract: BANK, Temporary

Shift: Days

As a Chef you will support the Head Chef in the management of our fast-paced, state-of-the-art Kitchen. The successful candidate will be working alongside Chef and the wonderful kitchen team, to deliver the food to the highest of standards and will be given the opportunity to progress in their career.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure an excellent service is provided at all times.
• Ensure that care/support plans are followed in respect of the nutritional needs of each individual.
• Prepare nutritional snacks for residents as required and directed by the Registered Manager.
• Ensure prepared food is of excellent quality, palatability, as well as presentation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef.
• Stock control; stock replenishing/ordering.

What you need to succeed as a Chef:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ideally 2 years catering experience.
• Awareness of the regulations.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textured diets is advantageous.
• Experience of delivering a high-quality service as a Chef is essential.
• Ability to work to a structured menu, but be creative as an individual.

“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, then don’t delay and apply today!