The job details indicate that the position is for a Second Chef at a care home operated by Barchester Healthcare, located in Aberdeen. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in creating nutritious and high-quality meals for residents, focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients and catering to their individual needs. Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, known for their commitment to quality and their positive work environment.
Main duties of the job
As a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to work in a care home setting, delivering hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will work closely with the Head Chef to develop menus, utilize fresh, seasonal produce, and create a warm and welcoming environment for the residents. The role requires a personable and warm approach, a good understanding of nutrition, and the ability to work within budgets and complete regular audits.
Job responsibilities
1. Assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well-balanced menus tailored to residents' needs.
2. Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
3. Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes.
4. Create a warm, efficient, and fun environment.
5. Work within budget and complete regular audits.
6. Manage stock control.
Qualifications
* Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
* A good understanding of nutrition.
* Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
* Strong interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with residents.
* Good understanding of HACCP.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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