Care Assistant - Days

New Care; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

New Care is seeking a 2nd Chef for Guiseley Manor Care Centre, a care home that prioritizes high-quality food service to enhance residents' wellbeing. This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £12.75, with responsibilities including menu management and kitchen supervision, contributing to a nurturing environment for residents.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Paid training

Cycle to work scheme

Recognition awards

Pension scheme

Christmas bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working in a care home or similar setting.
• Ability to contribute to and develop a four-week menu.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure menus are presented clearly for residents.
• Manage and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Prepare nutritionally balanced meals.

Skills

Experience during busy meal periods

Knowledge of specialized diets

Team management

Job description

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2nd Chef Guiseley Manor Care Centre Hospitality Full time Permanent

New Career, New You, New Opportunity; New Care!

Our stunning care home, Guiseley Manor Care Centre, is a purpose-built 72-bed facility situated in the town of Guiseley in West Yorkshire, Leeds. The home provides the highest standards of safety, comfort, and care to residents with diverse needs, offering residential, nursing, and dementia care.

The home reflects the New Care vision of providing safety, comfort, and care, investing in the latest technology and offering daily activities and gentle exercises to enhance residents' wellbeing. All team members are carefully selected for their warmth and passion, with comprehensive induction and ongoing training from our in-house trainers and the New Care Academy. We have maintained a zero agency staff policy for over 4 years, employing a permanent team to ensure continuity of care from staff who know and residents trust. All staff are paid at least the national living wage.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Chef to join our team. The role involves working with the Head Chef to ensure high-quality food service that supports residents' needs and contributes positively to their living experience. The position offers a 40-hour contract at an hourly rate of £12.75, with shift times from 07:30 to 17:30, including alternate weekends.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Ensure menus are presented clearly for residents to understand and make daily choices.
2. Provide meals in sufficient quantities, considering dietary, ethnic, and personal preferences.
3. Prepare nutritionally balanced, attractively presented meals in a timely manner.
4. Follow and adhere to company HACCP standards, ensuring full compliance.
5. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and serving areas, adhering to infection control standards and the Food Standards Act 1999, with proper record-keeping.
6. Manage and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef, ensuring quality service delivery.
7. Inspire and motivate the team to produce high-standard food.

Skills and Experience Required:

1. Experience during busy meal periods, including breakfast and dinner service.
2. Experience working in a care home or similar setting.
3. Knowledge of specialized diets and service delivery.
4. Ability to contribute to and develop the four-week menu.
5. Ability to complete records demonstrating legal compliance.

The Benefits:

• Opportunities for career progression into senior and management roles.
• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per year.
• Paid DBS check.
• Uniform provided.
• Paid training.
• Refer-a-friend scheme for specific roles.
• Comprehensive induction program.
• Opportunities for career development and nationally recognized qualifications.
• Competitive pay rate.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Recognition awards, including Employee of the Month and Golden Tickets.
• Travel plan benefits (walk or bike ride with a free meal).
• Christmas bonuses.
• Pension scheme.
• Hastee pay access.