Team Leader - Nights

New Care; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care company is seeking a motivated Chef for Guiseley Manor Care Centre. The role involves overseeing meal service and maintaining kitchen standards in a supportive environment. Benefits include training, competitive pay, and paths for career progression.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

5.6 weeks annual leave

Paid DBS check

Uniform provided

Paid training

Competitive pay rate

Wellbeing programs

Travel plan benefits

Pension scheme

Christmas bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy meal service environment.
• Worked in a care home or similar setting.
• Ability to develop menus and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure menu clarity and sufficient quantities for residents.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Manage kitchen team in absence of Head Chef.

Skills

Experience in meal service

Knowledge of specialized diets

Ability to manage kitchen team

Job description

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2nd Chef Guiseley Manor Care Centre Hospitality Full time Permanent

NewCare, New You, New Opportunity; New Care!

Our stunning care home, Guiseley Manor Care Centre, is a purpose-built 72-bed facility located in Guiseley, West Yorkshire, Leeds. The home provides the highest standards of safety, comfort, and care to residents with various needs, including residential, nursing, and dementia care. It reflects the New Care vision of delivering exceptional safety, comfort, and care. We invest in the latest technology and offer a purposeful program of daily activities and gentle exercises to enhance residents' wellbeing. All team members are carefully selected for their warmth and passion, with comprehensive induction and ongoing training from our in-house trainers and the New Care Academy. We have maintained a zero agency staff record for over four years by employing a permanent team to ensure continuity of care from staff who know and residents trust. Across New Care, all staff are paid at least the national living wage.

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and experienced Chef to join our team. The role involves working with the Head Chef to ensure high-quality food service that supports residents' needs and contributes positively to their experience in the home. The position offers a 40-hour contract with an hourly rate of £12.75. Shift times are 07:30-17:30, with alternate weekend working.

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure menus are presented and displayed clearly, allowing residents to understand and make daily choices about their meals.
• Provide meals in sufficient quantities, considering dietary, medical, ethnic, and personal preferences.
• Ensure all food is nutritionally balanced, attractively presented, and served in a timely manner and proper sequence.
• Follow and adhere to company HACCP standards, ensuring full compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and serving areas, uphold infection control standards, and comply with the Food Standards Act 1999, including record-keeping.
• Manage and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef, ensuring quality service delivery.
• Inspire and motivate the team to produce food to high standards.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Experience working during busy meal periods, including breakfast and dinner services.
• Experience working in a care home or similar environment.
• Knowledge of specialized diets and service delivery.
• Ability to contribute to and develop the four-week menu.
• Ability to complete records demonstrating legal compliance.

The Benefits:

• Opportunities for career progression into more senior and management roles.
• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per year.
• Paid DBS check.
• Uniform provided.
• Paid training.
• Refer a friend scheme for roles such as Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant, and Care Assistant.
• Excellent induction program for new starters.
• A rewarding career with opportunities for advancement.
• Ongoing support and training for nationally recognized qualifications.
• Competitive pay rate.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Recognition awards, including Employee of the Month and Golden Tickets.
• Ongoing career development.
• Travel plan benefits, such as walking or biking to work and receiving a free meal.
• Christmas bonuses.
• Pension scheme.
• HASTEE - access your earnings before payday.