Chef

4 weeks ago


Norwich, United Kingdom Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd Full time

About the Role


Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Are you a qualified chef seeking to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients, aiming for a better work-life balance and wanting to make a difference with your culinary skills?

As a chef at Maria Mallaband, you will have the opportunity to produce top quality food without the need for 50/60 hours+ working weeks. You will support the Senior Chef in creating nutritious, tasty, and well-balanced menus, while collaborating with residents to customise these menus to their preferences.

Main duties:

  • Promote the Company Mission Statement at all times.
  • Prepare menu in line with allocated food budget.
  • Prepare, cook and serve meals chosen by the Service Users from the menu for the day, using stock as required as economically as possible, whilst maintaining the quality without undue shortages or excesses
  • Liaise with chosen suppliers on ordering the required stock whilst maintaining the budget.
  • To document daily menus.
  • Store all food safely. Rotate stock and check ‘use by’ dates regularly
  • Ensure kitchen equipment is kept clean and ready for use and ensure that all cleaning rotas are completed and handed to the Person in Charge.
  • Assist the Care Manager in the resolution of any Service Users’ catering complaints.
  • Supervise the kitchen staff and assist with the induction and training programme for new staff and participate in staff reviews and supervisions.
  • To be aware of risks to the Service Users from the kitchen equipment.
  • Comply with company policy and procedure in relation to infection control and prevention.

Person Specification:

Professional

  • The Cook/Chef will hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate. They will also show a willingness to participate in continuous improvement and vocational training programmes.

Experience

  • Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Genuine interest in working in a care environment.

General

  • Have an understanding of and empathy with older people.
  • Be able to take a lead where needed and also be a team player.
  • Required to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.

If you would like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be.

In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

  • Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
  • Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
  • Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
  • Pension Scheme with Nest
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Cycle to work scheme**
  • Recommend a friend - up to £750
  • Service recognition
  • Training support and development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Wellbeing support
  • Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage


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