Chef

Valorum Care Limited; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care home in Halifax is seeking a Chef to prepare nutritious meals for residents with specific dietary needs. The role requires culinary creativity and knowledge of food hygiene. Candidates should have experience in a similar setting. This position offers a full-time contract with competitive pay and various benefits including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexitime

Free parking

On-site parking

Career development opportunities

Eligibility for blue light card

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook or Chef, preferably in a care home or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of dietary needs and restrictions.
• Excellent culinary skills and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Manage kitchen inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with care staff to accommodate special dietary requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Engage with residents to understand their preferences and feedback.

Skills

Culinary skills

Knowledge of dietary needs

Creativity

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

City and Guild qualifications in catering

Job description

Make A Difference Everyday

Fernside Hall is a 24 bedded residential home that specialises in the care of individuals with Dementia, Physical Disability and respite care.

We are seeking a Chef to join the team!

What You’ll be Doing

• Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Manage kitchen inventory and order supplies as needed
• Collaborate with care staff to accommodate special dietary requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Engage with residents to understand their preferences and feedback

What You'll Need

• Proven experience as a Cook or Chef, preferably in a care home or similar setting
• Strong knowledge of dietary needs and restrictions
• Excellent culinary skills and creativity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• City and Guild qualifications in catering is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us?

• Access to mandatory training with opportunities for further professional development and career growth
• Auto enrolment Pension
• Career development opportunities
• Eligibility for blue light card

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £12.21-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you require a Sponsorship to work in the UK?

Experience:

• Catering: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person