Regional Bank Chef - Northampton and Surrounding Areas

Avery Healthcare Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Regional Bank Chef to support daily operations of the culinary department across Northampton and surrounding homes. You will manage a culinary team to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals within budget and travel to various homes as needed.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, staff supervision, and collaboration with Home Managers to maintain high hygiene and dietary standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritionally balanced menu plans for approval by the Home Manager, providing varied, nutritious meals for residents.

Job description

Package Description

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Regional Bank Chef for Northampton and Surrounding Areas. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

About the Role

As the Regional Bank Chef, your primary responsibility will be supporting the daily operations of the culinary department. You will manage and guide a culinary team dedicated to providing nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality meals that enhance the overall well-being of the residents while staying within budget. The role will involve travelling to various homes across the north. Other responsibilities will include:

• Prepare nutritionally balanced menu plans for approval by the Home Manager, which provide varied, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents.
• Take account of any special dietary needs and retain records for inspection purposes.
• Place food orders, subject to appropriate levels of authority, with approved suppliers, complying with procedures to maintain proper stock levels and control, ensuring good quality provisions are purchased within agreed budget limits
• Supervise and direct the work of other kitchen staff and the Host team, and instruct and demonstrate simple food preparation activities to unqualified staff.
• Understand the Avery Food Safety Management system and demonstrate the principles of safe food handling to ensure all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene,

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our team as a Regional Bank Chef for Northampton and Surrounding Areas. Your primary responsibility will be supporting the daily operations of the culinary department. You will manage and guide a culinary team dedicated to providing nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality meals that enhance the overall well-being of the residents while staying within budget. Responsibilities include preparing menu plans considering special dietary needs, placing food orders, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring high hygiene standards. We value compassion and dedication and offer a supportive environment with opportunities to learn and develop.

Avery Healthcare

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. We believe in enriching the later years of life and creating meaningful experiences for both our residents and our team. With a vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we offer exceptional care across over 100 homes. Our supportive and inspiring environment ensures that employees feel valued and empowered, promoting a culture of respect, compassion, and commitment. We are dedicated to supporting our teams and provide opportunities for them to grow and succeed in a nurturing environment. Join us to become part of an award-winning team.