Care Home Chef

KPI Recruiting are on the look out for a Care Home Chef for our client based in Redhill.

The hours and days as a Care Home Chef are:

• 5 out of 7 days per week
• Varied start and finish times (average 8 hours per day)

The rate of pay as a Care Home Chef is:

• £20.00- £24.00 p/h

Key Responsibilities as a Care Home Chef:

Food Preparation & Service:

• Plan, prepare, cook, and present balanced, nutritious meals for residents
• Produce breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks in accordance with service schedules
• Cater for special dietary requirements, including diabetic, vegetarian, vegan, allergy-sensitive, texture-modified, and therapeutic diets
• Ensure meals are appealing, varied, and tailored to residents' preferences where possible
• Monitor food quality and presentation standards at all times

Compliance & Food Safety:

• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety legislation, HACCP procedures, and Environmental Health requirements
• Carry out and record daily temperature checks for food storage and cooking
• Maintain accurate kitchen records and documentation
• Ensure safe storage of food products and chemicals
• Follow all company policies relating to health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding

Essential Requirements needed as a Care Home Chef:

• Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or Catering Professional
• Knowledge of food hygiene regulations and food safety standards
• Experience preparing meals for large groups
• Understanding of nutritional requirements for older people
• Ability to cater for specialist dietary needs and allergies
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Enhanced DBS

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