Chef

Four Seasons Health Care Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Chef to join one of the largest health care providers in the UK. The role is based in one of our care homes and will assist in the delivery, preparation, and production of food alongside the dining experience, coupled with food ordering and stock management.

As an organisation, we are incredibly passionate about the food experience that all our residents receive and believe in prioritising and providing investment and training to ensure we create the best teams capable of delivering a sector-leading service and offer.

We are looking for outstanding chefs who have a passion for cooking and who want to help deliver great menus.

We offer you a great range of benefits, which include:

• Work/Life Balance – work 5/7 days with no evening work
• Access to our Training Academy with innovative training available
• Opportunity to use all your chef skills – not just one specialism
• Career development – Chef Manager and regional opportunities
• Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle
• Free onsite parking
• Free uniform
• Free meals on duty
• NEST workplace pension contributions
• Long service awards

Reporting into the Home Manager / Chef Manager, responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in every aspect of the catering operation within the home for residents and team members, delivering a high-quality service and dining experience in line with all health, safety & hygiene requirements.
• Delivering varied, nutritious, and appetising menu options for our residents, taking into account any special dietary needs, allergen information, and retaining records for inspection purposes.
• Liaising with approved suppliers to ensure efficient delivery of orders, in line with the company policy and procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels and budget control.
• Assisting with the Food Safety Management System including COSHH Management and cleaning rota, to ensure the regular cleaning of all kitchen areas, equipment, and appliances to meet the high standards of cleanliness necessary in food storage, preparation, and service areas.
• Practicing safe systems of work across the range of tasks and in line with the Food Safety Management Systems, by assessing risk and having due regard for the personal safety of residents, visitors, and team members.

To succeed you will be:

• A team player with good interpersonal skills
• Energetic, approachable, and hard-working
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Strong communicator and influencer
• Driven and motivated and believe in quality care
• Passionate about offering superior services and want to make a difference in everything that they do

Location:

Gilmerton, Edinburgh

You’ll find Gilmerton Care Home has a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere, situated in Edinburgh. The home is a short drive away from the city centre and nearby to public transport.

The home offers nursing care for people who have complex medical needs, and 24-hour nursing dementia care provided by specialist teams trained in the complexities of looking after those living with dementia, who may also have other long-term medical conditions.