Chef (Bank)

The Talent Hub; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of elderly residents. This role as a Chef (Bank) offers the opportunity to prepare meals tailored to individual needs while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. With a focus on teamwork and flexibility, you'll contribute to a supportive environment that values care and respect. Enjoy competitive pay rates and various employee benefits, including access to financial wellness programs and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about cooking and want to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Wagestream access

Blue Light Card

Employee discount schemes

Refer a Friend Scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Support for additional qualifications

Financial and wellbeing support

Comprehensive staff induction

Free training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, preferably in a care home or school setting.
• Knowledge of nutritional needs of older people and compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold meals according to residents' needs.
• Assist in planning seasonal menus and maintain kitchen hygiene.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.

Skills

Caring attitude

Teamwork

Flexibility

Nutritional knowledge

Health and Safety compliance

Education

Certificate Level II in Food Safety and Hygiene

Job description

Chef (Bank) – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Location: Byron House Care Home, 141-143 Wendover Road, Aylesbury, HP21 9LP / Hampden Hall Care Centre, Tamarisk Way, Weston Turville, Aylesbury, HP22 5ZB

Hourly rate: £14.00 per hour

Hours: Zero hour contract

Shifts: to be discussed at interview

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

We are looking for a compassionate and caring Chef (bank) to join our family at both Byron House Care Home and Hampden Hall Care Centre. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

Why work at Westgate?

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidays
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

About the role:

• Prepare hot and cold meals for residents according to their needs and preferences
• Assist with planning seasonal menus
• Ensure compliance with the Health & Safety Policy and regulations
• Carry out checks in the kitchen as required to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, for example recording fridge temperatures
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment, including washing and clearing up equipment
• Report all accidents and incidents to the Person-in-Charge of the home

About you:

• The right to live and work in the UK
• Previous experience in a similar role and setting (i.e. a care home or a school)
• Certificate Level II in Food Safety and Hygiene
• Knowledge of nutritional needs of older people
• Health and Safety and regulatory requirements
• A positive and flexible attitude towards work and the ability to work well in a team

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications; therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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