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Job Description Bank Chef Catering and Hospitality - Hazelwood Care Home Contract:BankSalary:14.00 Per HourShift Type:DaysContracted hours:Our service is a hidden gem located in the lovely north Kent countryside and is a purpose-built care home, dedicated to supporting residents in making the most of every day. We provide Nursing, Residential, Dementia & Respite Care for 50-residents.Were looking for a skilled Bank Chef to join our care home team, where youll play a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day.What we offer:14.00 per hourContracted to Bank hours - shift times 6.30am - 5.30pmOnsite ParkingPaid DBSUniform ProvidedWhy This Role MattersAs Chef, youll do more than just cook"youll be crafting meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents. Your expertise in the kitchen will help create a welcoming atmosphere where food is something everyone looks forward to.What Youll DoMeal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.Menu Planning: Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients.Kitchen Management: Take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organizing and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality.Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed.Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.Skills, Knowledge & QualificationsCulinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 " 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals.Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety.Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents dietary needs.Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen, when the Head Chef isnt available.Desired ExperienceSpecialized Food Preparation: Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents.Care Environment Experience: Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential.About us:Youll be joining a values-led care home thats part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. Were expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If youre ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, wed love to hear from you.We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | InclusivityThese values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.If youre passionate about cooking and want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, wed love to have you join our team. Bring your culinary skills to our kitchen, where your meals will nourish, delight, and contribute to the well-being of those in our care.