Cook - Bracebridge Court - Atherstone

Runwood Homes; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Runwood Homes seeks a passionate Second Chef to deliver high-quality meals in a supportive dining environment. The role involves food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and meeting dietary needs. Ideal candidates will have relevant catering experience and a genuine interest in quality care for residents.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to discounts through various schemes

Qualifications

• Relevant catering experience required.
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Satisfactory police check and ISA list check (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards in food preparation to ensure well-being of residents.
• Prepare meals as per menu and dietary requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Understanding of dietary requirements

Interest in caring environment

Education

NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Second Chef

Hours: 30 hours per week, shift pattern 07:00am-13:00pm or 13:00pm-19:00pm, 5 days per week

Runwood Homes is one of the UK’s largest residential elderly care providers, recently ranked in the top 20 care home groups in the UK. The Group operates 76 homes across England and Northern Ireland under three brands: Runwood Senior Living, Sanders Senior Living, and Kathryn Homes (Northern Ireland only).

We invest heavily in training programs for our staff at all levels. Our reputation for providing innovative care for people living with dementia continues to grow.

We are currently recruiting a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the opportunity to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without split shifts and long hours. We seek warm, motivated, and passionate chefs who prioritize quality and high standards, to deliver person-centred hospitality to our residents. At Runwood Homes, we foster an open, honest, and supportive environment where quality of care is paramount.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain high standards in all stages of food preparation, ensuring the well-being of residents.
2. Prepare and serve meals according to the menu and company requirements.
3. Comply with Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 / Food Hygiene Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006.
4. Ensure meals are presented well and taste is of high quality.
5. Maintain portion control procedures to minimize waste.
6. Meet individual dietary requirements (e.g., high calorie, low sugar) by following appropriate recipes and adapting dishes as needed.
7. Maintain systems and checks to ensure a safe, healthy, and efficient working environment.
8. Store food and other items correctly.
9. Monitor stock levels, rotate stock effectively, and place orders when necessary.
10. Deputise for the Head Chef as required.

Experience & Qualifications:

1. Relevant catering experience.
2. NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds equivalent.
3. Team player with effective communication skills.
4. Understanding of dietary and nutritional requirements and methods to meet them.
5. Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
6. Satisfactory police check and ISA list check (if applicable).
7. Basic understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
8. Employee Assistance Programme offering support and counseling.
9. Access to discounts through various schemes.