Head Chef
Colten Care, Maiden Newton, Dorset
Head Chef
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Colten Care, Maiden Newton, Dorset
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 5 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 908142f7ce93444ba20c8778c802bb1b
Location ref: Maiden Newton, Dorset
Full Job Description
We're searching for an experienced, passionate and well-rounded Head Chef to join our team at Castle View in Dorchester, Dorset.
Main Responsibilities:
Prepare from local fresh produce a variety of home cooked meals including a selection of fresh cakes
Provide tasty nutritionally balanced meals across the various mealtimes
Seek feedback from residents
Lead the kitchen and waiting team
Using your creative flair showcase your home's food at various events held in the home for the local community
You'll have a genuine passion for creating an exceptional resident dining experience. You'll be a natural communicator, a team player with a can-do attitude and a sense of fun.
You'll take pride in understanding our residents' needs and leading them through a unique and exciting food journey, building lasting relationships along the way.
You'll have qualified to City & Guilds 706 1/2 or NVQ Level 3 in Catering / Cookery and have previous experience in a similar role.
Shifts finish at 6:30pm
Paid breaks (hourly rate)
Annual pay review
That's not all! - Our shifts finish at 6:30pm so if you're looking for a better work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you!
In our well-equipped professional kitchen with modern appliances, you'll lead with creativity, crafting meals that reflect the comforting flavours of home using locally sourced ingredients. You'll engage with residents to create wholesome, balanced meals that enhance their well-being and tantalise their tastebuds. Leading by example and with a sense of pride, you'll guide our kitchen and waiting staff to deliver excellence, making a meaningful impact on residents' lives., About Colten Care
We're an award-winning, family-owned, independent care home group, with an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is due to our amazing people and our focus on keeping the resident at the heart of everything we do.
We strive to be the best we can hence why all 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least good and 7 are outstanding by the CQC, our national regulator.
If a career in elderly care is for you then you want to be part of the team at Colten Care.
Additional Benefits:
Uniform provided
Excellent inductions, training and 'on the job' support
Real career progression opportunities
Additional hours / overtime opportunities to suit your circumstances.
Choice of hot or cold meals and drinks on duty
Contributory pension scheme