Training Chef

Are you passionate about creating great food and making a positive difference to peoples lives? Were looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Chef to take the lead in delivering a high-quality kitchen service within our learning disabilities nursing home. Youll plan and prepare nutritious, varied and appetising meals that reflect peoples individual tastes, preferences, dietary needs and cultural requirements, making the best use of fresh and seasonal produce. Alongside preparing great food, youll oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including menu planning, food safety and hygiene, stock control and ordering. Most importantly, youll help create positive and enjoyable dining experiences that promote peoples health, wellbeing, dignity, choice and independence. Hours: 8 hour shifts, Monday to Friday. £13.18 to £14.00 per hour dependent upon experience Develop menus using fresh, seasonal produce while considering nutrition, choice, variety and budget. Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including food preparation, service, stock control, ordering and reducing food waste. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and food safety in line with HACCP, COSHH and relevant legislation. Complete and maintain appropriate food safety, temperature, cleaning and stock records. Ensure food is stored, prepared and served safely, including effective allergen management. Manage kitchen budgets effectively and ensure good value while maintaining quality. Supervise, support and guide kitchen staff, ensuring safe working practices and consistently high standards. Maintain kitchen equipment and report any faults, repairs or health and safety concerns promptly. Support inspections, audits and compliance requirements, maintaining appropriate records and documentation. Promote peoples dignity, choice, independence and wellbeing through a person-centred approach to food and mealtimes. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan menus, manage stock and food orders, and organise the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Excellent attention to detail, particularly in relation to food safety, hygiene, allergens, dietary requirements and record keeping. The ability to work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for maintaining a safe, efficient and well-organised kitchen. A reliable, flexible and adaptable approach to work. A commitment to promoting peoples dignity, wellbeing, choice and independence through high-quality food and positive dining experiences. Previous experience working in a kitchen, catering, hospitality, care, healthcare or similar food service environment. Experience supporting people with learning disabilities or an understanding of person-centred support. Knowledge of food safety, food hygiene, allergen management, infection prevention and control, COSHH and health and safety. Knowledge of nutrition, specialist diets and texture-modified food. Experience of menu planning, stock control, ordering and maintaining food safety records. Values & Personal Qualities Respects and promotes dignity, choice, independence and inclusion. Positive, flexible and willing to adapt to peoples needs. Takes pride in preparing high-quality food and creating enjoyable dining experiences. Paid training and access to a wide variety of vocational learning and development opportunities. Funded Blue Light Card which gives access to over 15,000 discounts both online and in-store. 28 days full time equivalent holidays each year, including bank holidays.