Care Home Chef inYork inYork PUBLISHED 16 SEP 2024

Position
: Care Home Chef


Salary
: £31,590


Location
: York


Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook nutritious meals for residents, catering to a variety of dietary needs, including allergies, diabetes, and other health conditions.
• Create meal plans that reflect the preferences and nutritional requirements of the residents while complying with health regulations.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented to a high standard, maintaining quality and consistency across all meals.
• Work closely with care home staff to adjust menus based on individual dietary assessments and resident feedback.
• Manage stock levels, place orders for fresh ingredients, and ensure timely delivery of supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with food hygiene regulations.
• Oversee the kitchen staff, ensuring proper training, support, and motivation.
• Keep up to date with relevant food safety laws, ensuring that all policies and procedures are strictly followed.
• Monitor portion control and reduce food waste where possible to ensure cost-effectiveness.
  
  

Requirements

• Previous experience as a chef, preferably within a care home, healthcare, or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of dietary requirements, especially for elderly and vulnerable individuals.
• A valid food hygiene certificate (Level 2 or higher preferred).
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations independently, including staff and inventory management.
• Compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality meals to enhance resident well-being.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to handle changing resident needs.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents’ health and well-being.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Regular working hours with minimal late nights.
  
  

If you are interested in this role, please click APPLY and a member of the team will be back to you within 48 hours.

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