Pay: £15.00 per hour
Job Description:
- Full time
- permanent
- 31.5 hours per week
We’re looking for a Chef to join our team at Worthington Lake. This is a unique role, preparing meals which facilitates an environment of social interaction and our amazing residents with an engaging mealtime experience.
Role Overview
The Chef is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the catering service at Worthington Lake Care Home. This role ensures the provision of high-quality, nutritious meals that meet the needs and preferences of service users, while maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, stock control and cost management.
The post holder will also play a key role in leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team, ensuring compliance with all statutory and organisational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Catering & Food Preparation
- Prepare menus in consultation with service users, taking into account preferences, special diets and nutritional needs
- Prepare and serve all meals in a timely manner
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Worthington Lake Care Home standards for food hygiene, storage and temperature control
- Ensure all catering ingredients and equipment are purchased within budgetary constraints
- Manage waste effectively
- Regularly seek feedback from service users and plan changes accordingly
Stock & Equipment Management
- Order appropriate levels of supplies from specified suppliers in line with Worthington Lake Care Home procedures
- Maintain strict control over catering costs
- Operate an efficient stock control system
- Ensure all equipment is used with care in accordance with supplier instructions and training
- Ensure all equipment is kept in good working order and report faults immediately
- Withdraw any unsafe equipment from use without delay
Safeguarding & Communication
- Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of individuals supported by the service
- Attend regular meetings to stay informed of views, expectations and operational updates
Benefits
- £15 per hour
- Bereavement leave
- Ongoing training and development
- Bespoke induction
- Complimentary meals, drinks and snacks throughout your shift
- Free parking
- Employee of the Month & Year
Pay: From £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
