Chef

Location:

Eye (IP23) – Suffolk, East Anglia, United Kingdom

Salary:

Up to £31200 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Food Services

Advertiser:

Jupiter Recruitment

Job ID:

131795733

Posted On:

16 April 2025

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a motivated Chef to work in an exceptional care home based in the Diss, Ipswich area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

This special care home provides care and support to residential, respite and residential dementia individuals

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

As a Chef your key duties include:

* Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager
* Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus
* Ensure menus are displayed showing choices
* Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available
* Check quantity and quality of stock and orders items in accordance with the catering manual
* Supervise the kitchen employee team
* Ensure HACCP’s processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required
* Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

* Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting
* Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques
* Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
* Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of GBP15.00 per hour and the annual salary is GBP31,200 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for a mix of shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

* Pension scheme
* Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
* Enhanced rates for bank holidays
* Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
* Paid breaks
* Uniform provided
* Refer a friend scheme
* Costs for an enhanced DBS
* Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 6758

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