Based in Monmouth, as Head Chef, you will be responsible for the leadership of a busy kitchen preparing homely high-quality food in an efficient, hygienic and creative manner.
Job hours will be 7:00 to 17:00 with a fixed rota pattern, every other weekend off & no split shifts !!
The rota pattern is:
- Week 1: Fri/Mon/Tue/Thurs
- Week 2: Sat/Sun/Thurs
Just some of the day to day responsibilities will include:
- Prepare and cook a variety of fresh nutritious meals and other refreshments, ensuing a nutritional and balanced diet
- Creating menus which has a choice of a vegetarian and/or meat dish
- Ensure the food is presented to a high creative standard
- To lead and mentor the catering team
- Ensuring high levels of hygiene, health and safety and cleanliness throughout the kitchen and food store areas
- To make sure that all food at point of serving is of the highest quality
- To be involved in the design, budget and cost control of all food menus
- To constantly check the quality of the food being served to family members
- To control stock rotation to ensure the kitchen and food stores are always well stocked
- Prepare a range of delicious soft meals, putting the joy back into food, designed for those with swallowing difficulties
Just some of the job benefits at Gibraltar Nursing Home:
- Every other weekend off
- No split shifts
- No evening work
- Excellent Hourly Rate
- Complimentary meals
- Eligible for a Blue Light Card
- Free DBS
- Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Automatic enrolment on to our pension scheme
- Fully funded CPD accredited training programme provided for all team members
- A 24/7 specialist welfare help line for guidance & support
Experience:
- Food and Hygiene Level 2
- Preferred minimum 3 years’ experience working in a kitchen
- Team leadership
- Planning and budgeting
- Stock control and budgeting experience
- Previous care home experience an advantage but not essential
Joining our team not only offers competitive benefits and career opportunities but also the chance to profoundly impact the lives of those we care for.
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Head Chef employer: Evolve Care Group
At Thistle Court, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values compassion and personal growth. Our supportive work culture fosters meaningful connections, allowing Care Assistants to make a real difference in the lives of those they support. With comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, and a range of benefits including paid breaks and access to discounts, we empower our team to deliver dignified care while enjoying a fulfilling career in a nurturing environment.
