This position as a Second Chef at Barchester Healthcare offers the opportunity to work in a care home environment, delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to residents. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in creating balanced menus, working with fresh seasonal produce, and engaging with residents to ensure their dietary needs are met.
Main duties of the job
1. Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
2. Assist Head Chef in menu development.
3. Work with fresh produce to deliver high-quality and wholesome dishes.
4. Create a warm, efficient, and fun environment.
5. Work within budget.
6. Complete regular audits.
7. Manage stock control.
NEED TO HAVE
1. A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents.
2. Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent.
3. A good understanding of nutrition.
4. Experience of working with fresh seasonal food.
5. The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home.
6. Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus.
7. Good understanding of HACCP.
REWARDS PACKAGE
Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection. Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral. Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets. Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence. Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services. Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax. Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK.*Terms & conditions apply.
If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be.
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