Chef at West View
Shaw Healthcare, Tenterden, Kent
Chef at West View
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Shaw Healthcare, Tenterden, Kent
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 10 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: e47d5c69021245a0b6a2240a4f433b65
Location ref: Tenterden, Kent
Full Job Description
- We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics
- We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month.
- We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys., You will liaise with our Home Manager, Nutritional Therapist and staff to ensure high-quality fresh, home-cooked food is provided every day. You will also establish a rapport with our residents and their families in order to satisfy their dietary needs. This will include, but not limited to:
- Preparing, cooking and serving meals for residents and others as required, in a timely manner.
- Providing a varied diet, catering for the cultural preferences of those who use our services.
- Catering for celebrations and other events in our Home.
- Ordering supplies within the catering budget and company policy guidelines, using approved suppliers in the absence of the senior cook
- Maintaining accurate catering records in accordance with HACCP.
- Participating in inspections by Environmental Health and/or care regulators and Local Authorities.
- Maintaining a high standard of hygiene within the kitchen by adhering to HACCP and COSHH guidelines.
- Assisting in the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by ensuring adherence to Health & Safety and Welfare.
- Ability to manage the Catering Team
Shaw healthcare is looking for a Chef who is ready to make a positive impact at West View, a care home in Tenterden, Kent. The facility specialises in dementia, residential, and respite care, providing a safe and supportive environment. Why Work at Shaw Healthcare? Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats. - We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024.
Excellent Career Opportunities - Care Qualifications
- 76% Employee Owned - our employees have received over £1850 each in tax free bonuses to date!
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1000 for each referral by you)
- Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays
- Company Sick Pay
- Enhanced payrates for bank holidays
- Free Uniform
- Death in service payment subject to criteria
- GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app
- Discounted Homemade Meals while on Shift
- Pension scheme
- Colleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
- Holiday discounts
- Outstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards
- Online benefits and cashback rewards
- Our support to your Wellbeing includes free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/chef-at-west-view-127097134