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Head Chef

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Salary : £11 – £13/hour

Penrose Court Care Home is looking for a Head Chef.

As Head Chef, you will take responsibility for organising and controlling the efficient and economic production of quality food within the allowed budget, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with Environment Health Office regulations.

This is a permanent position, offering an hourly rate between £11 – £13 per hour. (Contracted to 40 hours per week)

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
Required:

* City & Guilds 706 – 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards)

* Team player.

* Satisfactory Policy Check and check against the PoVA list.

* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

* Good communication skills.

* Ability to work on own initiative.

Desired:

* Previous management or supervisory experienced.

* Experience of food preparation for the relevant Service User group.

Main Responsibilities.

* Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required.

* Liaise with the Home Manager when planning/costing menus to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of available fresh foods.

* Supervise and instruct kitchen staff members in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures, giving help and guidance where appropriate.

* Conduct Basic Food Hygiene training for all care staff involved in handling and delivery of food.

* Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.

* Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer/fridge temperatures.

* Ensure stock rotation.

* Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries, and check and value stocks as required by the Home Manager.

* Prepare staff rota for kitchen.

* Interview for new staff members with the Home Manager as and when required.

* Ensure statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.

* Ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately, and that the overall cleaning of the kitchen area and dining areas is carried out effectively.

Please submit your CV to our Head of Recruitment and we’ll aim to respond within 24 hours

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