Introduction

Are you ready to take on a culinary position that allows you to express your creativity? Join Elysium Healthcare as a Culinary Specialist, collaborating with a passionate team.

Become an essential member of the kitchen brigade, working 37.5 hours a week to prepare daily meals for service users, staff, and visitors. Engage in food preparation and enhance your role by offering guidance and mentorship to your colleagues.

The calendar is filled with activities, events, and special occasions that you will also cater for. From global culinary celebrations to festive occasions, you will have the opportunity to showcase your unique style and keep the menu exciting.

Enjoy a serene and enjoyable working atmosphere where you can manage your responsibilities while creating delectable dishes. This role offers a fantastic social aspect, allowing you to interact with individuals outside the kitchen regularly.

Imagine... fulfilling job satisfaction, returning home in time for dinner every evening, and enjoying two days off each week. That’s a perfect recipe for a balanced work-life experience.

As a Culinary Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

Assisting the Head Chef in the daily operations of the kitchen. Ensuring proper food storage practices and stock rotation in accordance with established protocols. Preparing, planning, and cooking meals to consistently high standards, accommodating special requests or dietary needs. Serving meals to service users, staff, and visitors with professionalism and courtesy. Preparing and producing food for conferences and special events. Participating in food cost management through effective cost control measures. Complying with 'Safer Food Better Business' standards and maintaining accurate records. Strictly adhering to Food Hygiene Regulations and safety protocols at all times. Taking full responsibility for the catering operations during your shift. Supporting the Head Chef in researching and developing new menus that align with high-quality standards and healthy eating guidelines. Accurately maintaining all documentation related to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system, including temperature logs and cleaning schedules.

To excel in this role, you will need:

To be at least 18 years old. GCSE or equivalent in English. City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) in Basic Food Preparation and Cooking. Basic Food Hygiene certification (essential). Intermediate Food Hygiene certification (desirable). Previous experience in a similar culinary environment. Experience in delivering large-scale food services. Skills in menu planning, costing, ordering, stock management, and budgeting.

Work Environment:

You will provide care and support to young individuals aged 12-18 facing eating disorders or related challenges, often accompanied by mental health issues such as depression, OCD, anxiety, or self-harm.

Elysium Healthcare features spacious en-suite accommodations, each designed to a high standard, encouraging young people to personalize their living spaces.

The facility includes ample communal areas, a lounge, a dedicated dining space, and various activity rooms for individual, group, and family sessions. You will be part of a culture that emphasizes teamwork, recovery, and compassion at the core of its service.

Benefits:

Competitive annual salary of £28,000. The equivalent of 33 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays, plus your birthday off. Complimentary meals and parking. Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work-life balance. Opportunities for career development and training to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Pension contributions to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package to support you during this special time.

Additional benefits include retail discounts, special offers, and much more.

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