Chef - Pure Vegetarian Indian Meals

TLC Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider in Greater London is seeking an experienced Chef to support high-quality food service in their care home. The role involves organizing the efficient production of seasonal and sustainable meals while adhering to hygiene standards. Candidates should have relevant culinary qualifications, good communication skills, and the ability to prepare specialized dietary dishes. Benefits include competitive pay, discounts at over 2000 retailers, free meals, and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent rate of pay

Discounts at approx. 2000 retailers

Discounted gym membership

Subsidised healthcare cash-plans

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Free meals

Excellent training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Achieved or working towards City & Guilds Level 1 & 2.
• Good food hygiene knowledge and certification.
• Willingness to take on diverse dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Organise and control production of seasonal and sustainable foods.
• Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals.
• Provide for special dietary requirements.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Ability to work on own initiative

Able to prepare Kosher, vegan, Halal dishes

Education

City & Guilds Level 1 & 2 or equivalent

Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job Overview

TLC Care are looking for an experienced Chef to support the Head Chef in the first class food service at their care home.

Within our Homes our focus is quality of life. The design of the home and its entire operation are dedicated to that cause.

Our approach to specialised nursing and care is, we believe, second to none, with highly-trained carers and nurses on hand 24 hours a day to provide assistance to meet the needs and wishes of each individual resident.

The main purpose of the Chef's role is to organise and control the efficient production of seasonal and sustainable foods to a high quality, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with EHO regulations.

Food preparation will be expected to be of a very high standard and will include:

• Preparing, cooking and serving of hot and cold meals, as and when required.
• Providing for special dietary requirements and take into account the preferences of individual residents.

In return we offer:

• Excellent rate of pay
• Discounts at approx. 2000 high street and online retailers (including supermarkets)
• Discounted gym membership
• Subsidised healthcare cash-plans
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Free meals
• Excellent training & development opportunities within a growing organisation

Requirements:

• City & Guilds Level 1 & 2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
• Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate
• Good communication skills
• Team player
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Able to prepare, Kosher, vegan, Halal dishes.

Why Choose TLC Care?

• Be part of an IIP Platinum organization known for exceptional people practices and support, including engagement champions and mental health first aiders.
• Immerse yourself in a culture that lives and breathes our TLC values in all we do.
• Enjoy extensive support via engagement sessions with our Support Office Team.
• Benefit from tailored career paths and incentive-based pay schemes.
• Receive 28 days holiday, including bank holidays.
• Participate in unparalleled learning and development opportunities through our TLC Academy.
• Available discounts from over 2000 high-street and online retailers, free meals, uniform, health cash plans, and much more.
• Connect with a leadership team skilled in providing person-centered leadership, ensuring you’re consistently supported and inspired in your role.