Chef

Jupiter Recruitment; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in the UK is seeking a talented Chef for a new residential service in Melton Mowbray. The role involves menu planning, food preparation, and managing kitchen staff. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering, with proven cooking skills and experience in healthcare or hospitality. This is a permanent part-time position offering a salary of £13,750 pro-rata, along with generous benefits including free parking, additional annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday as extra annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in healthcare or hospitality.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager.
• Oversee and participate in food preparation and cooking.
• Ensure that HACCP's processes are followed and recorded.

Skills

Excellent cooking skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Ability to manage time effectively

Knowledge of nutrition

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef to work in a brand new residential service based in the Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire.You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

A brand new nurse-led residential service designed to support adults with enduring mental health conditions who no longer require hospital-level 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 £13,750 pro rata.This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 18.75 hours on days.In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Free on-site parking
• Your Birthday as an extra day annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptop/ tablets/smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonus

Reference ID: 7177

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