Chef / Cook

Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.

Everything we do is about giving our residents a place to call home and we're looking for Chefs with a passion for cooking, dedication to quality and a commitment to their team members.

As the Chef, you will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our residents, taking into consideration dietary requirements and preferences. Your culinary expertise will contribute to the overall wellbeing and satisfaction of our residents.,

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for residents and offer a variety of snacks throughout the day.


• Liaise with the Care Home Manager/ Operations team.


• Maintain a high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.


• Manage the kitchen, including ordering, inventory control, and food budget management.


• Create menus that are appealing and varied, considering the dietary needs of residents.


• Collaborate with team members to address resident feedback and special requests.


• Monitor portion control and waste.


• Train and supervise kitchen staff.


• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.


• Adhere to all Food Safety and Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.


• Maintain accurate records.


• Monitor kitchen equipment and perform routine maintenance.
  
  £11.50 per hour


• Wage stream - access a protion of your wages before pay day.


• 28 days pro rata holidays.


• High street discount through Blue Light Card.


• Premium BorrowMyDoggy membership - as it says on the tin, borrowing a dog!


• Vivup Employee Benefits Programme. Including cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships, free counselling services, savings on food and drink, leisure activities, shopping and much more!


• Extensive induction and training programmes.


• Promotion and progression opportunities.