Chef

Bristol Industrial; England; On-site; GBP 11,365 - 16,186; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursing home in Woodbridge, Suffolk is looking for an experienced Chef to provide nutritious meals. The role includes managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates should have a culinary degree or equivalent, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. This is a full-time position offering £10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting.
• Willingness to maintain high culinary standards and compliance with health regulations.
• Ability to oversee food preparation and manage kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritious meals for residents.
• Manage kitchen staff and food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Cater to residents' special dietary requirements.
• Train kitchen staff on health and safety standards.

Skills

Proven experience as a Head Chef

Culinary degree or relevant certification

Knowledge of nutrition and dietary needs

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Time management skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Ability to train kitchen staff

Willingness to work flexible hours

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering or equivalent

Job description

Chef • £10 per hour – Full time hours – Nursing Home based role – Woodbridge, Suffolk

As a Chef, you will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents while ensuring a high standard of culinary excellence. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining compliance with relevant health and safety regulations. In addition to cultivating a positive dining atmosphere for residents and catering to their special dietary requirements, this role encompasses crucial responsibilities. You will play a pivotal role in staff training, ensuring a commitment to health and safety standards, and upholding a pristine and well-organised kitchen environment.

Skills and attributes

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification.
• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs, and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the care home.
• 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.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Education and qualification

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering or equivalent qualification, desirable.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.