Chef Position at Selwood House Care Home, Part of the Country Court Family
Location:Charlton Down, Dorchester, Dorset
Hours:40 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis
Responsibilities:
- Meal Preparation:Aid in preparing high-quality meals for residents
- Team Management:Assist the Chef Manager in managing the catering team
- Food Hygiene & Safety:Promote and monitor food hygiene and safety standards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure the kitchen is cleaned to a high standard
- Menu Planning:Assist with menu planning
- Leadership:Take responsibility for the kitchen and staff in the Chef Manager's absence
- Experience:At least 3 years as a Chef or in a similar role
- Qualifications:City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering for the Hospitality Industry, valid food hygiene certificate
- Skills:Friendly and approachable, proactive, passionate about high-quality food, can-do attitude, able to take initiative and responsibility
- Holidays:28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Pay & Pension:Annual pay reviews, pension contributions, enhanced bank holiday rates
- Training:Supportive induction training, ongoing development, and nationally recognized qualifications
- Bonuses:Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme
- Discounts:Access to the Blue Light Discount Card
- Recognition:Annual Staff Awards Programme
If youre passionate about creating a 5-star food experience and want to work in a supportive, family-run business, this could be a great opportunity for you!