Commis Chef - Days - Birchwood Heights-Catering

Oakland Care; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Sevenoaks is looking for a Commis Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality food and supporting the Head Chef. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills, at least 2 years of catering experience, and awareness of food industry regulations. The role offers a starting pay of £14.33 per hour and various employee benefits including free meals per shift and enhanced leave entitlements.

Benefits

Free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased Annual Leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone Birthdays off

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Recognition and appreciation initiatives

Long service awards

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in catering, ideally in a similar role.
• Familiarity with industry regulations is essential.
• Ability to work creatively within a structured menu.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen.
• Deliver food to the highest standards.
• Prepare nutritional snacks for residents.
• Maintain stock control and ordering.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Catering experience

Awareness of regulations

Knowledge of therapeutic diets

Creativity in cooking

Job description

Are you a culinary genius looking to take the next step in your career? We are currently seeking a talented Commis Chef to join our team! To succeed, you need excellent communication skills, 2 years of catering experience, and a keen awareness of industry regulations. Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textured diets is a plus. Most importantly, you must have a passion for delivering high-quality dishes and be able to work creatively within our structured menu. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subject to length of service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Long service awards.
• Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs)
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs)

Location

Location: Birchwood Heights, Hilda May Ave, Swanley BR8 7BT

Hours and Pay

Hours: 0 hours per week

Pay: £14.33 per hour

Contract: BANK

Shift: Days

Role overview

As a Commis Chef you will support the Head chef in the management of our fast paced, state of the art Kitchen. The successful candidate will be working alongside the Chef and the kitchen team, to deliver the food to the highest of standards and will be given the opportunity to progress in their career.

What you will be doing

• Ensure an excellent service is provided at all times.
• Ensure that care/support plans are followed in respect of the nutritional needs of each individual.
• Prepare nutritional snacks for residents as required and directed by the Registered Manager.
• Ensure prepared food is of an excellent quality and palatability as well as presentation.
• Working closely with the Head Chef.
• Stock control; stock replenishing/ ordering.

What you need to succeed as a Commis Chef

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ideally 2 years catering experience.
• Awareness of the regulations.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textured diets is advantageous.
• Experience of delivering a high-quality service as a Chef is essential.
• Ability to work to a structured menu, but be creative as an individual.

Our mission

Our mission is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our Family

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!