Chef

Jupiter Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated Chef at a leading healthcare provider in Norwich. This permanent full-time position offers a chance to create delicious and nutritious meals for residents while working in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring dietary requirements are met. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a chance for career growth. Join a team that values commitment and provides a warm, homely atmosphere for both staff and residents.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Paid Training Programme

Enhanced Rates for Bank Holidays

Employee Recognition Schemes

Paid Breaks

Uniform Provided

Refer a Friend Scheme

Costs for Enhanced DBS

Rewards for Years of Service

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2-3 in Food Preparing and Catering is required.
• Proven experience as a Chef in healthcare or hospitality is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus in consultation with residents and Manager.
• Oversee food preparation and ensure dietary needs are met.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Cooking Skills

Nutrition Knowledge

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Health and Safety Regulations

Supervisory Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food Preparing and Catering

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed and a talented Chef to work in an exceptional nursing home based in the Wroxham, Norwich area.You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This nursing home offers nursing and dementia care, with a warm and homely person-centred approach from a stable and professional team

**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 £14.00 per hour and the annual salary is £29,120 per annum.This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 40 hours a week working through day shifts.In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 6825

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