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Tezlom, a leading recruitment agency established in 2008, is recruiting for a Chef based in a Nursing Home in Maidenhead, Berkshire- SL6
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in kitchen operations and food preparation, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to food safety. As a Chef, you will lead the kitchen staff, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards while fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
Duties
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring all food production meets quality standards.
- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, adhering to recipes and presentation standards.
- Adhering to our Residents' dietary requirements in a Care Home environment, such as low fat diets, soft food diets, allergens and cultural preferences to food.
- Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and safety practices.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Implement and maintain food safety protocols in accordance with health regulations.
- Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings.
- Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area at all times.
- Monitor kitchen performance and provide feedback to team members for improvement.
- Work in line with our Residents to ensure their preferences, choices for food are taken into consideration and applied at seasonal menus.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role within a nursing /care home/hospital or Nursery/school
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary arts, and food safety regulations.
- Adhering to our Residents' dietary requirements in a Care Home environment, such as low fat diets, soft food diets, allergens and cultural preferences to food
- Must be able to adhere to Dietary requirements of - vegetarian, vegan, gluten free
- Must be confident with IDDSI level diets
- Prepare English Cuisine
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in supervising and managing teams.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A passion for cooking and creativity in developing new dishes.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as required.
- Chef: 2-3 year (preferred)
Why Join Tezlom?At Tezlom, we offer flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle, allowing you to choose shifts that work for you. We understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance and ensure that your working hours suit your needs.
Interested?Apply today to join an expanding and rewarding organisation. For more information, follow us on social media at @Tezlom.
