Bank Chef - Stratton-on-the-fosse

Care Concern Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in the UK is seeking a Bank Chef to join their team. You'll be responsible for meal preparation and menu planning to meet the dietary requirements of residents. Culinary qualifications and a good understanding of food hygiene are essential. Ideal for someone who enjoys working in a team and is passionate about providing nutritious meals. Join a supportive environment where your skills can truly make a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Culinary Qualifications achieved or in progress.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate essential.
• Experience in specialized food preparation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals catering to residents' needs.
• Plan menus with the Head Chef for nutritional balance.
• Manage kitchen operations and oversee cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate food supply records.

Skills

Culinary Qualifications

Team Player

Food Hygiene

Communication Skills

Initiative

Education

City & Guilds 706 '1 & 2' or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.
• Menu Planning: Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients.
• Kitchen Management: Take charge of day‑to‑day kitchen management, organising and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality.
• Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed.
• Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.

Qualifications

• Culinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 "1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals.
• Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety.
• Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents' dietary needs.
• Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen, when the Head Chef isn't available.

Desired Experience

• Specialized Food Preparation: Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents.
• Care Environment Experience: Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential.

You'll be joining a values‑led care home that's part of the Care Concern Group, a family‑owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We're expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high‑quality care and support to our residents. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you're passionate about cooking and want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we'd love to have you join our team. Bring your culinary skills to our kitchen, where your meals will nourish, delight, and contribute to the well‑being of those in our care.

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