Job Ref: 214177574

Date: 2021-07-12 14:34:35

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Area Chef – Aylesbury & Hemel Hempstead

Location: Working across three homes in Aylesbury & Hemel Hempstead

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Salary: £11.00 to £12.00 per hour  

Hours: 40 hours/5 days per week, shifts across 7 days 

We need you now, they need you always…

At Westgate Healthcare we know our success depends not just on the happiness of our residents, but also on the happiness of our staff. We are currently looking for individuals to join our team who have a genuine interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and are happy to go that extra mile just to make someone’s day. No two days will be the same, so if you love to make others smile and want to make a positive impact to the lives of our residents, this may be the position for you.

The successful person will be responsible for providing nutritious meals to all residents on a daily basis, adhering to any specific dietary requirements that the residents may have and ensuring food purchased is fresh and within budget. You will be expected to work with the care team to ensure that our residents’ dietary and nutritional needs are met and that their requests are recorded regularly and provided for where possible. We also ask you to ensure that all health & safety and environmental health standards are achieved and maintained.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER:

‘Refer a Friend’ scheme with instant cash rewards
Great induction and on-going training
Career progression and support in achieving nationally recognised qualifications
Immediate start available (subject to DBS and references)
28 days holiday entitlement (pro-rata if part time), bank holiday pay enhancements, contributory pension scheme, free DBS (refunded upon completion of probation period), free uniform, long service awards and access to discounts from hundreds of nationwide high street and online stores through the Blue Light Card
ABOUT THE ROLE:

Independently prepare hot and cold meals for residents according to their needs and preferences
Assist in planning seasonal menus
Load/unload dishwasher and wash up equipment unsuitable for dishwasher
Clean kitchen and equipment
Maintain a clean and hygienic environment
Carry out any reasonable request or instruction from the Head Chef / Home Manager
Ensure compliance with the Health & Safety Policy and regulations in kitchen and stores
Carry out any check in the kitchen as required to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, for example recording fridge temperatures
Report all accidents and incidents to the Person-in-Charge of the Home
Have full knowledge of the Fire Procedures, fire escapes and a working knowledge of the firefighting equipment
Have full knowledge of and take responsibility to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures of the Department of Health and the Company at all time
ABOUT YOU:

Right to live and work in the UK 
Previous experience in a similar setting (i.e. a care home or a school) is essential to be considered 
Certificate in Food Safety and Hygiene
Knowledge of nutritional needs of older people
Health and Safety and regulatory requirements
Ability to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude 
Join our family and make a difference to someone’s life… you don’t need a qualification to care!

For more information on adult social care jobs with Westgate Healthcare visit our website (url removed) or speak to a member of our recruitment team on (phone number removed).

Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age."

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