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Scattergoods Agency
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 20 days
Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey KT1 1UJ, England
£17 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, a care home near Kingston Upon Thames, is looking for a Head Chef to join their team.
- The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits, working 40 hours per week over 4 days with alternate weekends.
- Candidates should have previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a supervisory role, along with Food & Hygiene Level 2 certification or higher.
- Key responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, managing meal preparation, ensuring compliance with hygiene regulations, and planning menus.
- This role presents a great opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule.
This Head Chef position offers a great rate of pay + benefits.
Hours:
*4 days per week
*40 contracted hours
*Alternate weekends
*Daytimes only
Key responsibilities include:
*Supervising kitchen staff and assigning tasks as needed
*Managing meal preparation and service to uphold high standards
*Ensuring compliance with food and hygiene regulations set by the CQC
*Planning menus
*Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area
*Conducting checks, audits, and risk assessments as per company policies
*Monitoring stock levels and budgeted ordering
*Assisting in deep cleaning of kitchen areas
*Coordinating staff schedules
*Handling recruitment and training
Ideal candidates will:
*Have previous Head Chef/Senior Chef experience in a similar supervisory/managerial role
*Possess Food & Hygiene Level 2 certification or higher
*Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills
*Have solid experience with COSHH
*Possess extensive knowledge of care home settings and CQC requirements.
This Head Chef position offers a fantastic opportunity to really make a difference and have a great work life balance.
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