The Role:
In general, working in a care home kitchen means being part of a small team preparing and serving meals to the residents of the home. You need to be aware of good nutrition and be able to cater to special dietary requirements, which are more common among the older community.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare and serve meals to residents.
* Ensure good nutrition and cater to special dietary requirements.
* Cook for 30+ people in one sitting.
* Cook from fresh produce and English-style dishes.
* Work flexible hours from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
* Cook on the spot if a resident doesn't like what is offered.
* Work with 1 or 2 kitchen assistants.
* Bake cakes and pastries.
Qualifications:
* 12+ months experience as head chef.
* Chef certifications or equivalent years of experience cooking English-based food and running a kitchen.
* Some experience working in a catering environment.
* Willingness to work within an agency.
* Ability to start within 2 weeks.
* Comfortable with IDDSI training (training will be provided).
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