Care home Chef

Role Overview
We are seeking a talented and reliable Chef / Chef de Partie (CDP) to join our culinary team. This role is ideal for an experienced chef who takes pride in delivering high-quality, nutritious, and beautifully presented meals. Whether your background is in fast-paced a-la-carte dining or the rewarding environment of health and social care, your culinary expertise will ensure our service users and guests receive an exceptional dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
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Meal Preparation & Service: Standardize, prepare, and cook high-quality dishes according to the required dietary needs or menu specifications.
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Menu Planning: Assist in designing and executing engaging menus (including a-la-carte or specialized dietary menus where required).
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Kitchen Operations: Manage daily section tasks, ensuring prep work is completed efficiently and food waste is minimized.
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Food Safety & Hygiene: Maintain strict compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP), ensuring the kitchen, equipment, and utensils are kept to the highest standards of cleanliness.
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Stock Management: Assist with stock control, rotation (FIFO), and correct storage of ingredients.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience
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Minimum of 6 months of professional chef experience within the UK is essential.
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Proven experience working as a Chef, Chef de Partie (CDP), or A-la-carte Chef.
Background (Preferred)
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Experience working as a Chef within a Care Home environment is highly desirable.
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Alternatively, solid experience as an A-la-carte Chef within any culinary sector in the UK
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed