Chef - Leabank

SeeMeHired; Luton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Training opportunities

Career development

Shift flexibility

Employee Assistance Programme

hotel discounts

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Uniform provided

Employee referrals incentives

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes in Ballycastle is seeking an experienced Chef to plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents, tailoring dishes to dietary needs while maintaining high quality and safe food handling. You’ll lead kitchen operations, manage stock and menus, oversee hygiene standards, and work with residents and management to ensure a welcoming dining experience.

A minimum of three years in a similar role and Food Hygiene & COSHH training are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience in a similar role.
• Food Hygiene & COSHH training.
• Good General Health (medically fit).

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
• Cater to individual dietary requirements, including allergens and health-related restrictions.
• Create a variety of well-balanced, appealing and nutritious meals.
• Develop weekly or monthly menus in collaboration with residents and management.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely service.
• Maintain stock control, including ordering, receiving and storage of supplies.
• Minimise food waste and manage budgets effectively.
• Adhere to food safety standards, including handling, preparation and storage.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all areas of the kitchen.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and understand preferences.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive dining experience for residents.
• Passion for cooking and providing excellent dining experiences.
• Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Cooking skills

Time management

Communication

Tools

Food Hygiene training

COSHH training

Job description

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
• Cater to individual dietary requirements, including allergens, and health-related restrictions.
• Create a variety of well-balanced, appealing, and nutritious meals.
• Develop weekly or monthly menus in collaboration with residents and management, ensuring variety and nutritional value.
• Oversee daily operations within the kitchen, ensuring smooth workflow and timely meal service.
• Maintain stock control, including ordering, receiving, and proper storage of food supplies.
• Minimise food waste and manage budgets effectively.
• Adhere to food safety standards, including proper food handling, preparation, and storage.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all areas of the kitchen, including equipment and utensils.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and understand their preferences.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive dining experience for residents.
• Passion for cooking and providing excellent dining experiences.
• Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
• Minimum three years experience in a similar role
• Food Hygiene & COSHH training
• Good General Health (medically fit)

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department. It is Macklin Care Homes' Policy that the existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

Desired Criteria

• Previous management experience

At Macklin Care Homes, you’ll join an award-winning team where your contributions are valued, with opportunities for career development and a friendly, rewarding work environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.

Our residents are the heart of our homes; we are inspired not only by their stories and experiences of years past but also by the knowledge that we are making a real difference in their lives. Leabank, based in Ballycastle, is currently recruiting for an experienced Chef. This role offers the perfect opportunity to combine your passion for cooking with a work-life balance. You will prepare nutritious, delicious meals for residents, tailored to their dietary needs, while enjoying a friendly and supportive environment.

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• Enjoy a fully paid induction programme to help you transition smoothly into your role.
• Access to a wide variety of training opportunities to support professional growth..
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well-being support.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including team-building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform.
• Incentives for employee referrals.