Nursing Home Chef

Job Description

Nursing Home Chef

Salary: £30,500

40 hours per week

Are you an experienced chef with a passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals? Our client is offering an opportunity to join their growing team as a Nursing Home Chef, where your skills will help create delicious, nutritious meals for residents in a beautiful, purpose-built care home. This modern and welcoming care home provides residential, nursing, and dementia care. Nestled within stunning landscaped gardens, it offers a peaceful and inspiring environment for both residents and staff.

As the Chef, you'll play a vital role in ensuring residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience as a chef, preferably in a care home or hospitality setting.
• Relevant Catering or Culinary Qualification.
• Food Hygiene Certificate and a strong understanding of food safety regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for creating enjoyable dining experiences tailored to individual needs.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary: £30,500 per year.
• Access to a benefits portal offering discounts and perks.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.

• Recognition with long service awards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare meals that are both delicious and tailored to residents' dietary requirements.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, safety, and presentation.
• Collaborate with the care and kitchen teams to create menus that promote health and well-being.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including stock control and budgeting.
• Support kitchen assistants and foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

Reference: WILL94678/MW

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