Head Chef in East Grinstead

Head Chef in East Grinstead

East Grinstead Full-Time No working from home possible
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Summary

  • Location: Stildon
  • 40 hour contract
  • Β£18.61 per hour
  • Free Meal on Shift
  • Free parking
  • Uniform provided

At Brendoncare Stildon, we are now looking for a Chef to join our ranks to help us provide the best quality meals for our residents, suited to their individual needs.

The role includes:

  • Meal preparation
  • Preparing nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks appropriate for individual needs including consistency levels for swallowing
  • Cooking for approximately 45 people per day
  • Catering for staff meals, and additional catering requirements for guests, visitors and relatives of residents
  • Ordering and stock control
  • Prepare seasonal menus with residents' input
  • Oversight of catering rota management
  • Oversight of catering team training
  • Maintaining kitchen cleanliness
  • Ensure COSHH standards are exceeded
  • HACCP record completion

A full role profile is available on request

Essential requirements to apply:

  • Level 2 Food Safety Qualification (with the requirement to complete Level 3 during initial probation period)
  • Commercial cooking experience
  • Competent in IT software including Excel, Word and Outlook
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety, Food Safety and Hygiene, HACCP and COSHH legislation and its application
  • Priority will be given to applicants with experience of working in a Care Home setting or experience of catering for older/vulnerable adults with an understanding of their dietary and nutritional needs

In Return, we can offer you:

  • Minimum of 5.6 weeks' holiday
  • Extensive training and continual personal development
  • Meals provided while on duty in our care homes
  • Free initial DBS check
  • Free parking (subject to availability)
  • An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members
  • Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Who are Brendoncare?

Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England.

We are people-driven, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague – they are able to live their life to the fullest potential.

Our values reflect who we are – together we are kind, dedicated,forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us.

In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team.

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Contact Details:

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