Care Home Chef Team Leader

Reed; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

We are recruiting for a group of care homes who are looking for a Catering Team Lead in a newly created position for one of their homes in Bromley.

Job Purpose

• To deliver appetising and delicious home cooked food.
• Ensure fresh nutritional meals are serviced at all times.
• Ensure food preparation and presentation is to the highest standards at all times.
• To cater for varied menus serving our diverse residents and staff.
• Lead by example to achieve efficient running of the kitchen whilst forging strong relationships within the Care Home.
• Effective management of the kitchen staff.

Responsibilities:

• Team Leader of the kitchen function ensuring the smooth running of the shift.
• Ownership of meal and snack delivery for residents and staff within the guidelines provided by the Catering Manager, and in accordance with best practice.
• Responsible for reflecting residents’ dietary needs in meal and snack provision, including following IDDSI principles.
• Lead the highest standards of hygiene in kitchens.
• Ensure very good presentation of meals and snacks to add to the meal experience.
• Ensure stocks are maintained at all times.
• Assist with food service by taking food and beverage trolley to the dining area within the home.
• Assist with the preparation of menus per Catering Manager guidance.
• Monitor provisions reporting to the Catering Manager ensuring stock levels are maintained in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Assist with deliveries.
• Assist with washing up and putting away cutlery to ensure a presentable kitchen throughout the shift.
• Assist with cleaning rota.
• Supervision of Cook and Catering Assistants.
• Ensure staff work schedules are completed and paperwork signed and completed in accordance with Mission Care policies and procedures.
• Provide “On the job” training to all staff ensuring effective records are kept.
• Induction of new staff.
• Organise training for staff as directed by Catering Manager.
• Assist residents at mealtimes as directed by the Nurse in charge.
• Communicate positively with residents and relatives within the home promoting the care home's ethos and values.

If you have previous experience delivering nutritious food specifically for the elderly community and have supervisory experience or qualities, then please apply ASAP. This position will be subject to receiving a clear DBS.