Chef

Jupiter Recruitment; Brackley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a committed Chef at a spacious care home in Brackley, Northampton. The role involves menu planning, food preparation, and supervising kitchen staff. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering and possess strong cooking and communication skills. This permanent full-time position offers an excellent salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Comprehensive induction and paid training programme

Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Costs for enhanced DBS

Rewards for years of service

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of nutrition and ability to develop dietary menus.

Responsibilities

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager.
• Oversee the preparation and cooking of food in accordance with agreed menus.
• Supervise the kitchen employee team.

Skills

Cooking skills

Communication

Time management

Health and safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Chef to work in an exceptional care home based in the Brackley, Northampton area.You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a spacious care home with purpose-built facilities making it the perfect setting for nursing, residential, dementia and respite care

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering**

As a Chef your key duties include:

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus
• Ensure menus are displayed showing choices
• Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available
• Check quantity and quality of stock and orders items in accordance with the catering manual
• Supervise the kitchen employee team
• Ensure HACCP's processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required
• Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting
• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
• Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of £15.00 per hour.This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through day shifts.In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 6770

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV