At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a kitchen team to create delicious meals and maintain high standards.
- Company: Join HICA, a passionate not-for-profit care provider making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, instant wage access, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with excellent wellbeing resources.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on residents' lives while developing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in a professional kitchen and a Level 1 Food Preparation qualification.
The predicted salary is between 13.02 - 13.02 £ per hour.
Brighter days = brighter futures. Join HICA and be the sunshine in someone's life. Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day? At HICA, we're passionate about enriching lives and creating warm, welcoming communities for our residents. We're currently looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Supervisor to join our team at The Lodge, located within the beautiful Buckshaw Retirement Village in Chorley.
About the Role
As a Kitchen Supervisor, you'll lead by example in delivering a high-quality dining experience for our residents. You'll be responsible for preparing nutritious and appetising meals, maintaining excellent kitchen standards, and supporting the daily operation of the catering service. You'll also assist with supervising kitchen staff, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient working environment. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and serving meals to a high standard
- Supporting and supervising catering team members
- Managing your workload and assisting with kitchen organisation
- Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and food safety
- Ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene legislation
- Supporting other HICA services with catering requirements when needed
- Monitoring stock and helping to reduce waste
Pay & Hours
£13.02 per hour
28 hours per week
Working on a rota covering 7 days, including every other weekend
Paid breaks
Rewards & Benefits
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team:
- Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly
- Spread MOT/repair costs and save up to £1,000 with Halfords
- Earn £250 to £2,000 through our Refer-a-Friend Bonus
- Win vouchers for going above and beyond
- Funded qualifications and clear progression pathways
- Big cash prizes to be won in our monthly lottery
- Savings on retail, supermarkets, holidays and more
- Discounted gym memberships and free workouts
- Affordable financial support options
- Discounted hospital and death benefit cover
- Free counselling and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Hassle-free parking at work
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience working within a professional kitchen environment
- Holds a Level 1 Food Preparation qualification or equivalent experience
- Demonstrates excellent food preparation and presentation skills
- Has the ability to motivate, support and supervise team members
- Understands food hygiene and health and safety requirements
- Is organised, reliable, and able to work independently
- Is passionate about delivering outstanding service and enhancing residents' wellbeing
About The Lodge & HICA
The Lodge is a specialist dementia care community that supports individuals throughout every stage of the dementia journey, from early-stage dementia care through to 24-hour nursing support. As a leading not-for-profit care provider, HICA delivers high-quality care and support to older people and individuals with learning disabilities across residential homes, nursing homes, retirement communities, and community services. We are proud to have achieved the Dementia Services Development Centre's first-ever Gold Standard Accreditation for Dementia Design, reflecting our commitment to providing exceptional environments and care for our residents.
Important Information
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. HICA does not offer sponsorship and is unable to accept applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Apply today and help create brighter days and brighter futures for the people we support.
Kitchen Supervisor employer: HICA
At HICA, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and compassionate employer, dedicated to the wellbeing and development of our team members. Located in Grimsby, our Homecare Office Team Leader role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, career progression, and access to wellbeing support. Join us to be part of an organisation that values your contributions and invests in your future.
