Cook

Jupiter Recruitment; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Employee recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

DBS costs covered

Long service rewards

Job summary

Jupiter Recruitment is looking for a Chef to work in a care home in Woodbridge, Suffolk. The ideal candidate holds an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering and will plan menus with residents and staff.

You will oversee cooking, ensure dietary needs are met, manage stock and supervise kitchen staff. The role is permanent and full-time with benefits and generous terms.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering is required.
• Experience in healthcare or hospitality settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus.
• Ensure menus are displayed showing choices.
• Cater for individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs.
• Check quantity and quality of stock and order items as per catering manual.
• Supervise the kitchen staff.
• Follow HACCP processes and catering manual.
• Manage food expenditure within budget in consultation with the Bursar/Home Manager.

Skills

Cooking skills

Menu planning

Communication skills

HACCP knowledge

Staff supervision

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef to work in an exceptional care home based in the Woodbridge, Suffolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers

This special service specialises in a range of care services, including: residential care, respite care, dementia care and convalescence care

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

As a Chef your key duties include:

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus
• Ensure menus are displayed showing choices
• Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available
• Check quantity and quality of stock and order items in accordance with the catering manual
• Supervise the kitchen employee team
• Ensure HACCP processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required
• Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting
• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
• Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of £16.50 per hour. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 6886

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV