Chef

Hartford Care Ltd; Winchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£2,000 attraction payment

Job summary

Hartford Care Ltd seeks a dedicated Chef to prepare home-cooked meals at Tegfield House in Winchester. This part-time position requires creating appetising dishes while ensuring food hygiene and presenting a caring dining experience for the residents.

The ideal candidate will possess a compassionate nature and a Food Hygiene Certificate, alongside strong organisational skills. Join our Hartford Care family and make a difference in residents' lives through exceptional meal preparation.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring nature.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to use IT systems.
• Strong organisation and planning skills.
• Ability to prepare, cook and present a variety of appetising meals.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritious meals and snacks for residents.
• Ensure food hygiene standards are maintained.
• Prepare three-course meals and engage with residents about menu planning.

Skills

Compassionate and caring nature

Food Hygiene Certificate

Excellent communication skills

Organisation and planning skills

Ability to prepare and cook meals

Understanding of dietary requirements

Job description

This position will include an additional £2,000 attraction payment. T&C's apply.

Employment - Part Time - 30 Hrs

Home: Tegfield House, Winchester

The Role

As a Chef, you will provide home-cooked, nutritious and appetising meals and snacks for residents while ensuring good food hygiene is maintained at all times, and working together as a team to create a happy and caring atmosphere.

Whether you are preparing and cooking a three course meal, discussing with residents what they would like to see on next week’s menu, doing a bread making activity session with residents, or carrying out a deep clean of the kitchen, you will do so with care at the heart of everything you do.

• Do you want to make a difference to someone's life and feel a sense of purpose in an extremely rewarding role?
• Are you an experienced Chef who is energetic and passionate about providing exceptional food?
• Do you enjoy producing delicious, home-cooked foods that look and taste good?
• Are you caring, warm and understanding?
• Are you spontaneous, patient, flexible and have a good sense of humour?
• Do you strongly believe in the values of Creating Communities, Caring for Each Other and Celebrating Individuality?

If your answer is yes to all these questions, why not join our Hartford Care family?

Requirements

Essential

• A compassionate and caring nature.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Excellent communication skills and ability to use IT systems
• Strong organisation and planning skills
• Ability to prepare, cook and present a variety of appetising and nutritious home-made meals
• An understanding of different diets and ability to cater for individuals with different dietary requirements
• A good understanding of ‘what good looks like’ in terms of the dining and food experience
• Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.