Chef

David Lloyd Leisure; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure company in Luton is seeking a qualified Chef to join their dedicated care home team, where culinary skills will enhance the well-being of residents. The role involves working with the Head Chef to deliver catering services, preparing nutritious meals according to guidelines, and maintaining high standards of food safety and service. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in a care home setting, as well as excellent communication and IT skills.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime

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

Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands

Qualifications

• Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act.
• Experience working in a care home or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Work with the 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.
• Prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef.
• Oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and maintain station management.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good IT skills

Education

City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent

Intermediary food hygiene certificate

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a qualified Chef to join our dedicated care home team where your culinary skills will help enhance the wellbeing of our residents.

Responsibilities

• Work with the 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.
• Prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef, ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and maintain station management.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act.
• Good IT skills.
• Experience working in a care home or similar setting.

Legal & Eligibility

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.

Benefits

• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility.
• Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime.
• 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.