Chef

Gold Care Homes; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee of the Month

Long term service awards

Blue Light Card

Professional Development

Refer a Friend

Job summary

The Triangle Care Home in Wheatley near Oxford is seeking a kitchen professional to plan and prepare meals for residents, balancing dietary needs and preferences with high-quality presentation.

You will work with the head chef to plan menus, manage stock, and ensure food safety in a supportive care-home environment. This role offers development opportunities and team collaboration.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals according to care home menus and residents' dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are cooked and presented to a high standard, with attention to taste, appearance and nutrition.
• Adapt recipes for residents with special dietary needs (diabetic, low-sodium, gluten-free).
• Monitor portion control to ensure appropriate serving sizes.
• Collaborate with Head Chef/Manager to develop and review menus; use seasonal ingredients.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment with health & safety compliance.
• Monitor stock levels, order supplies, and manage food costs to reduce waste.
• Coordinate meal service times with staff and train kitchen assistants as needed.
• Engage residents to understand dietary preferences and explain ingredients and preparation methods.

Job description

About Our Home:

Our home is excellently situated in the village of Wheatley, close to local shops, parks and public transport links. The centre of the City of Oxford is just 5 miles, and a short car ride away making our home easily accessible to those seeking care in and around the Oxford area.

The Triangle Care Home provides support for people living with a range of differing health needs, offering residential, nursing and dementia care on a long-term or short-term and respite basis.

What does the role involve?

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meal Preparation & Cooking:

• Plan and prepare daily meals according to the care home's menus and residents' dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are cooked and presented to a high standard, with attention to taste, appearance, and nutritional value.
• Adapt recipes and menus to accommodate residents with special dietary needs (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium, gluten-free).
• Monitor portion control to ensure appropriate serving sizes.

Menu Planning:

• Collaborate with the Head Chef or Manager to develop and review menus that cater to residents' preferences and nutritional needs.
• Incorporate seasonal ingredients and local produce when possible.
• Obtain feedback from residents to continuously improve meal offerings.

Food Safety & Hygiene:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all food is stored, prepared, and served in compliance with food safety standards.
• Regularly check kitchen equipment and report any issues or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.

Inventory & Budget Management:

• Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed, ensuring cost-effective purchasing.
• Manage food costs by minimizing waste and maximizing the use of ingredients.
• Keep accurate records of stock and inventory.

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with the care home staff to coordinate meal service times and address any specific dietary requests.
• Supervise and train kitchen assistants or junior staff as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to discussions on improving service delivery.

Resident Interaction:

• Engage with residents to understand their dietary preferences and make adjustments to menus accordingly.
• Assist residents with meal choices and provide information about the ingredients and preparation methods when needed.

Benefits

• Salary £15.00 per Hour
• Employee of the Month
• Long term service awards
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Development
• Refer a Friend