Chef

Chef Position at Selwood House Care Home, Part of the Country Court Family

Location:Charlton Down, Dorchester, Dorset
Hours:40 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

Selwood House Care Home located in Charlton Down near Dorchester accommodates up to 84 residents, and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to cater for various care needs. Specialising in residential care, dementia care, and short-term respite care, Selwood House will provide a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door.

Responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation:Aid in preparing high-quality meals for residents
• Team Management:Assist the Chef Manager in managing the catering team
• Food Hygiene & Safety:Promote and monitor food hygiene and safety standards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure the kitchen is cleaned to a high standard
• Menu Planning:Assist with menu planning
• Leadership:Take responsibility for the kitchen and staff in the Chef Manager’s absence

About You:

• Experience:At least 3 years as a Chef or in a similar role
• Qualifications:City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering for the Hospitality Industry, valid food hygiene certificate
• Skills:Friendly and approachable, proactive, passionate about high-quality food, can-do attitude, able to take initiative and responsibility

Benefits:

• Holidays:28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pay & Pension:Annual pay reviews, pension contributions, enhanced bank holiday rates
• Training:Supportive induction training, ongoing development, and nationally recognized qualifications
• Bonuses:Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme
• Discounts:Access to the Blue Light Discount Card
• Recognition:Annual Staff Awards Programme

If youre passionate about creating a 5-star food experience and want to work in a supportive, family-run business, this could be a great opportunity for you!

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