Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality care to residents in their care homes. The Tewkesbury Fields Care Home has recently undergone a refurbishment, creating a refined, tranquil, and welcoming atmosphere for both residents and staff. The company is seeking a passionate and qualified Second Chef to join their team and contribute to the delivery of exceptional hospitality standards.
Main duties of the job
As the Second Chef at Tewkesbury Fields Care Home, you will have the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced menus. You will assist the Head Chef in menu development and work closely with residents to tailor the menu to their preferences. The role offers a work-life balance with a 30-hour per week shift pattern, including alternate weekend working. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, maintaining high standards of food preparation and presentation, and creating a warm and efficient environment for the team.
Job responsibilities
* Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
* Assist Head Chef in menu development
* Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards
* Create a warm, efficient and fun environment
* Work within budget
* Complete regular audits
* Manage stock control
Person Specification
Qualifications
* You will need to hold a City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent qualification, as well as have a good understanding of nutrition and experience working with fresh, seasonal food. Strong communication skills, a personable and warm approach, and the ability to create a welcoming environment are also essential.
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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