Chef

ENGINEERINGUK; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Chef to join their award-winning team in a care home setting. This role involves collaborating with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional catering services, preparing nutritious meals tailored to residents' needs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. With a focus on personal development and training, this position offers a supportive environment in a CQC Outstanding rated care home. Employee benefits include generous holiday, pension contributions, and flexible hours, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about providing quality care in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

22 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension contributions

Flexible hours

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided at no cost

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive retailer discounts

Training and development courses

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home or similar setting is essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in catering.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Head Chef to deliver catering services.
• Prepare food according to dietary guidelines.
• Maintain high standards of food provision and service.

Skills

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

IT Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 Preparation and Cooking

Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

We are looking for a qualified Chef with experience working in a care home or similar setting.

The role offers 35 hours per week with a 5-day rota, covering 7 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays.

Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Work with Head chef to deliver the catering services within the care home
• Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines
• Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements

You will be educated to NVQ Level 3 Preparation and Cooking or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate. In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential.

Employee benefits include:

• 22 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, subject to eligibility
• Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
• Flexible hours to suit your needs
• Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
• Free on-site parking
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Uniform provided at no cost
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
• Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives

Galanos House is one of six care homes, situated on the edge of Southam, a small market town in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside. Our care home has a CQC Outstanding rating. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, and support for people living with dementia. Adjacent to the main building is the Galanos community hub, which boasts a beautiful light and spacious café and a number of multipurpose spaces which host groups, activities & events. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.