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Benefits offered by this job

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Free DBS Check and uniform

NVQ funding and support

Career progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Runwood Homes is recruiting a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. You will deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals for residents, without split shifts, and support the Head Chef in their absence.

Candidates should have catering experience, knowledge of dietary needs, a Food Hygiene Level 2, and ideally NVQ Level 2. We offer training, progression opportunities, and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment.
• Knowledge of special dietary and nutritional requirements for residents.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 and ideally NVQ Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all stages of food preparation meet high standards for residents.
• Cook and serve meals per menu and company requirements.
• Comply with Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations 2013/2006.
• Maintain portion control to minimise waste.
• Meet individual dietary requirements with appropriate quantities and recipes.
• Maintain safe, healthy and efficient working environment.

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

NVQ Level 2

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking for warm, motivated, and passionate Second Chefs who are driven by quality and high standards, to deliver person centred hospitality to our residents. Our Second Chefs support our Head Chefs, and take the lead in their absence.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure

Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs

Opportunities to progress your career within the company

Free, on-site parking

Employee of the Month awards

Key responsibilities:

To ensure that all stages of food preparation are maintained to the highest standards ensuring the well-being of residents.

To ensure the cooking and serving of meals are in accordance with the menu, the Company requirements.

To ensure compliance with the Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 / Food Hygiene Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006

To ensure the quality of meals produced in terms of presentation and taste.

To ensure that portion control procedures are maintained ensuring waste is kept to a minimum.

Ensure individual dietary requirements are met (e.g. high calorie, low sugar etc.) by following appropriate quantity, charts and recipes or adapting dishes if required.

To ensure that the necessary systems and checks are maintained in order to provide a safe, healthy and efficient working environment.

To ensure all food and other items are stored correctly.

To monitor stock, maintain effective stock rotation and place orders where required.

To deputise for the Head Chef where required.

About you:

The successful Second Chef will have relevant experience within a catering environment. You will have a secure understanding of special dietary and nutritional requirements, and be able to implement methods to ensure these needs are met. You will also have your Food Hygiene Level 2, and ideally an NVQ Level 2.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 57 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.