Head Chef- Altrincham, Manchester
Posting date: | 17 September 2024 |
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Salary: | £16.00 per hour |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 17 October 2024 |
Location: | Altincham |
Remote working: | On-site only |
Company: | Elite Care Recruitment Ltd |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | KY - HC- Altr |
Summary
Timperley, Altringham
£16.00 per hour
I am looking for an enthusiastic Head Chef who will play will play a crucial role in providing nutritious and well-balanced meals for residents while ensuring a high standard of culinary excellence. Responsible for managing the kitchen staff, overseeing food preparation, menu planning, and maintaining compliance with relevant health and safety regulations. In addition to cultivating a positive dining atmosphere for residents and catering to their special dietary requirements, this role encompasses crucial responsibilities. You will play a pivotal role in staff training, ensuring a commitment to health and safety standards, and upholding a pristine and well-organised kitchen environment. It is a purpose home and offers a contemporary and comfortable setting for nursing, residential, and dementia care. Residents enjoy superb amenities, including spacious bedroom suites, cosy living areas, and a beautifully landscaped garden.
In the role of Head Chef you will:
• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a similar setting.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification.
• Knowledge of nutrition, dietary needs, and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the care home.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
For this role you will need:
• NVQ Level 3 in Catering or equivalent qualification, desirable.
Benefits for this role include:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Career development opportunities from a fast-growing group
• Superb setting and working environment
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Pension scheme
For more information on this role, please call Elite Care on 01604 879345.
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