Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' well-being through nutritious and appealing meals.
Ability to showcase culinary skills by cooking fresh, English-style dishes tailored to the tastes and dietary needs of elderly residents.
Work in a close-knit team setting, promoting collaboration and camaraderie among kitchen staff.
Flexible schedule with a manageable working timeframe from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, allowing for a work-life balance.
Gain experience in specialized dietary requirements, enhancing professional skills in nutritional cooking and dietary restrictions.
Training and support provided for IDDSI standards, contributing to professional development in food safety and dietary guidelines.
Potential for immediate employment, allowing for a smooth transition into a fulfilling culinary role.
The role of Care Home Chef at Go-To Outsourcing in Glasgow involves preparing and serving meals for residents in a care home setting. Candidates should possess over 12 months of experience as a head chef, along with relevant culinary certifications or extensive cooking experience, particularly with English-based cuisine. The chef must be adept at catering for diverse dietary needs, able to cook for large groups (30+ individuals), and demonstrate proficiency in using fresh ingredients.
Flexibility in working hours is essential, with shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and the ability to quickly adapt meals based on individual preferences. Additional skills include baking cakes and pastries, along with a willingness to complete IDDSI training. The role requires collaboration within a small kitchen team and necessitates readiness to start within two weeks.
The Role:
In general, working in a care home kitchen means being part of a small team preparing and serving meals to the residents of the home. You need to be aware of good nutrition and be able to cater to special dietary requirements, which are more common among the older community.
Requirements
Needs 12+months experience as head chef
Have chef certs or years of experience cooking English-based food and running a kitchen
Can cook for 30+ people in one sitting
Can cook from fresh produce and English-style dishes
Can work from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Can cook on the spot if patient doesn't like what is offered
Comfortable with IDDSI training- we will put them on it
Can work with 1 or 2 KA's
Can bake cakes and pastries
Have some experience working in a catering environment
Willing to work within an agency
Can start within 2 weeks
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