Are you a chef that’s looking for more work life balance?
Are you looking to move away from the split shifts and working into the early hours?
If this sounds familiar, why not consider a move into the care sector? Here at Maria Mallaband, our Chefs still work with seasonal ingredients and create dishes to restaurant standard.
If you thrive on the delicate balance of creativity and budgets, look no further! We’re seeking a talented Chef who can weave magic into our menu while keeping a watchful eye on the bottom line.
What will you be doing?
Menu Planning and Seasonality:
* Create menus that dance with seasonal ingredients where possible, ensuring freshness and delight for our residents.
* Balance creativity with cost-effectiveness.
Recipe Development:
* Dream up crave-worthy, innovative dishes that align with our brand identity.
* Design recipes that fit within our kitchen’s capabilities and equipment.
Food Management:
* Oversee food preparation, presentation, and taste. Our guests deserve nothing less than perfection.
* Manage inventory efficiently to minimise waste and maximise flavour.
Budget Mastery:
* Understand food and labour costs and work within a pricing strategy.
* Craft menus that not only tantalize taste buds but also keep our business thriving.
Who will you be?
Whilst it would be amazing if you had experience working in a care setting, we welcome applications from all sectors!
Some non-negotiables for us are:
* Proven experience as Chef.
* Holder of a food hygiene certificate or equivalent.
* Financial acumen – you know your numbers as well as your favourite recipe.
What’s in it for you?
* Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
* Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
* Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
* An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
* Free criminal record checks
* Pension Scheme with Nest
* Cycle to work scheme**
* Service recognition
* Training support and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounted gym membership
*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.
**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage.
If you’re ready to elevate our dining experience and make every bite memorable, apply now!
In Short
* Industry: Medical & Pharmaceutical
* Founded: 1996
* Company size: 5000+
About Maria Mallaband Care Group
With over 70 care homes offering high-quality services across the UK, Maria Mallaband Care Group continues to improve the happiness and wellbeing of those in their care, whilst supporting and empowering the people closest to them.
Today, we are among the UK’s largest independent care providers, employing thousands of staff in our homes across the country.
Our purpose is to be a positive inspiration and influence for the people we work with, live with and support.
Our Values
Dignity: We respect and admire the fact that people are unique and everyone we care for is one of a kind.
Quality: We strive for excellence in everything we do, aiming to exceed expectations in ways both big and small.
Ambition: We have life-changing ambitions for those in our care, in our team and for our industry as a whole.
Caring: We care about every person, passion, moment and memory, dedicating ourselves to enrich each life.
Inclusive: We believe in the power of teamwork and togetherness, because none of us is as good as all of us.
Integrity: We place honesty and integrity at the heart of our business, promising transparency in everything we do.
Grow and Progress at Maria Mallaband Care Group
Whatever your job, we offer opportunities for you to grow and progress in your chosen career. We offer clear career development routes and continuous training while also offering our employees the flexibility to engage in their own learning and self-development.
The company is constantly growing and expanding, as a result career progression opportunities are often just around the corner. Many of our Directors, Senior Managers and Care Managers have climbed the career ladder from within.
Your Wellbeing at Maria Mallaband Care Group
The wellbeing and job satisfaction of our employees are a key part of our company values. We listen to our employees and continually source a wide range of practical benefits and rewards alongside our competitive rates of pay, meaning that you will have a rewarding career and be a valued member of the team.
Some of our wellbeing benefits include:
* Simply Health Wellbeing Portal
* Our Rewards Wellness Centre
* Early Pay
* Flexible Working
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