Culinary Operations Manager

4 weeks ago

Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom Anchor Full time

Reporting to the Home Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing all aspects of food service within the facility, ensuring a high-quality dining experience that adheres to health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
  • Leading and supervising the culinary team while managing their performance effectively.
  • Ensuring compliance with food safety and health standards.
  • Managing kitchen inventory, equipment, and resources within budgetary constraints.

Essential knowledge & experience:

  • Possession of an intermediate or level 3 food hygiene certification from Cater craft or a comparable organization.
  • Familiarity with health and safety protocols, including the management of hazardous substances (COSHH) and food safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated experience in culinary and personnel management.
  • Basic understanding of dietary needs for elderly individuals and how food types can affect medication.
  • Proficient in the safe operation of kitchen tools and equipment.

Required skills:

  • Capable of negotiating, influencing, organizing time, and prioritizing tasks.
  • Able to thrive in a high-pressure environment and prepare meals according to established menus.
  • Flexible, innovative, and capable of working both collaboratively and independently.
  • Basic computer literacy.

Please note that all applicants must already possess the legal right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

Anchor is committed to providing exceptional care and specialized services for older adults. We pride ourselves on our beautiful surroundings, high-quality food service, and engaging activities tailored to our residents' needs.

  • A stunning environment with excellent transport links – Rated 'Good' by CQC
  • An opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through comprehensive training programs and mentorship
  • Person-centered care and activities designed to meet individual preferences

Anchor – a rewarding workplace

Anchor is the largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older individuals in England. Our mission is to transform housing and care, ensuring everyone has a home they love in later life.

As a not-for-profit organization, every resource we generate is reinvested into our residents, their living environments, and our staff. This commitment leads to improved care standards, enhanced customer service, competitive wages, and better training and facilities.

A supportive atmosphere

We are dedicated to supporting your health, happiness, and career growth.

Health & wellbeing

  • Discounts on gym and wellness programs
  • Support for mental health
  • Flexible working arrangements

Financial benefits

  • Pension scheme – contribute between 4% and 8%, and we will match or exceed your contribution
  • Streamlined pension transfer process
  • Financial advice, savings options, loans, and complimentary life insurance
  • Discounts on shopping, travel, technology, and more

Career development

  • Continuous personal and professional development opportunities
  • Access to Leadership Pathways online learning resources
  • Opportunities for career advancement and promotions

For a complete overview of our benefits, please refer to our dedicated resources.

Embracing diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all our endeavors, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances the care and support we provide to our residents and each other.

We have established networks for LGBT+ residents and colleagues, as well as initiatives focused on disability, race, and ethnicity. These groups work to promote diversity, address concerns, review policies, and empower their members. Our Inclusive Ambassador network allows all employees to contribute to promoting diversity and supporting one another.

We are proud members of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, and signatories to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.

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