Chef

Posted 12 March 2025
Salary Dependent on Experience
LocationSouth East
Sector Healthcare
Reference685650
Expiry 11 April 2025

Job description

Care Home Chef
Weybridge
30712.50 pa
37.5 hours per week
Enhanced DBS required
  
We have a unique opportunity to join one of the countries best luxury living facilities in a beautiful leafy Surrey suburb. You will have a passion for providing high quality meals that can be tailored to various dietary, medical and religious specifications.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for sourcing the best and freshest ingredients to ensure the best quality meals are served, maintain high visual standards as well as taste and nutritional value.

Strong leadership skills are needed to run a busy kitchen and a small team.  This is an exciting opportunity to positively impact the lives of older individuals. We encourage interested candidates to reach out!

Responsibilities:
  • Design and prepare well-balanced, high-end meals that meet residents' dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Incorporate fresh, seasonal, and high-quality ingredients to provide an exceptional dining experience.
  • Ensure dishes are plated elegantly and consistently to match luxury dining standards
  • Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulation
  • Supervise kitchen assistants and junior chefs, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Organize special themed meals and events
What we are looking for:
  • A candidate who has similar experience
  • An understanding of medical and religious needs in food preparation
  • A hands-on approach with a problem-solving mindset and a "can-do attitude".
  • Attention to detail that ensures every client interaction is flawless.
  • An outgoing & confident personality, fostering team spirit and a supportive work culture
  • A good understanding of the hospitality industry trends, with a proactive approach to innovation and client satisfaction