What you'll be working:
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Part time - 27hours per week
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Working 3 days a week (To be discussed at interview)
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Location: Bedford
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Salary - To be discussed at interview
What you'll be doing:
key responsibilities are
~ In your role as a Chef, you will ensure that you maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service delivery.
~ You will maintain the safety of Residents, in accordance with national legislation and local policy.
~ You will maintain confidentiality, in accordance with national legislation and local policy, including GDPR/Data Protection protocols.
~ You will behave in a manner that upholds the reputation of the Organisation and the profession.
~ You will ensure all meals are prepared in accordance with individual Residents' care plans, dietary requirements, and preferences.
~ You will prepare meals in line with IDDSI guidelines, including:
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Pureed diets
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Minced and moist diets
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Soft and bite-sized diets
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Thickened fluids
~ You will ensure all food prepared meets allergy requirements, intolerances, cultural, and religious needs.
~ You will work closely with the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), including Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), Dietitians, and Nursing staff, to ensure safe and appropriate nutritional support.
~ You will ensure that Residents are encouraged to enjoy meals and drinks, respecting their wishes and preferences.
~ You will support the monitoring of food and fluid intake, and escalate any concerns regarding nutrition or hydration.
~ You will maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and infection prevention within the kitchen environment, in line with organisational policies.
~ You will follow all Food Safety and HACCP procedures, including:
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Temperature monitoring
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Food storage and stock rotation (FIFO)
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Cleaning schedules
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Allergen management
~ You will ensure that kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.
~ You will report any hazards, incidents, or concerns immediately to management.
~ You will manage stock levels, order supplies, and ensure cost-effective use of resources whilst minimising waste.
~ You will ensure that all records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and allergen documentation, are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
~ You will undertake all required mandatory training and e-learning compliance, including:
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Food hygiene
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Infection prevention and control
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Allergy awareness
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Dysphagia / IDDSI awareness
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Health and safety
~ You will participate in competency assessments to ensure safe and effective practice.
~ You will attend handovers and communicate effectively with the care and clinical teams regarding dietary needs and changes.
~ You will be aware of and promote safeguarding procedures and raise any concerns appropriately.
~ You will maintain knowledge of governing body requirements, including CQC standards and food safety regulations.
~ You will remain updated and professionally competent with evidence-based best practice.
~ You will complete your shifts as per the rota and be punctual.
~ You will contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment at all times.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and duties may change in line with service needs.
