Executive Chef
3 days ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef to join our team at Elysium Healthcare. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for leading the kitchen operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals to our residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head of Catering in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations and efficient food preparation.
- Maintain good food storage procedures and stock rotation, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Prepare, plan, and cook meals to a consistently high standard, taking into account any special requests or dietary requirements.
- Serve residents, staff, and visitors with food and beverages in a professional and courteous manner.
- Prepare and produce food for conferences and banquets, ensuring exceptional presentation and taste.
- Participate in food costings through effective cost control procedures, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Adhere to the 'Safer Food Better Business' standards and record-keeping, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
- Adhere strictly to Food Hygiene Regulations and other safety procedures at all times.
- Take full shift responsibility for the catering operation, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Assist the Head of Catering in researching and creating new menus, ensuring meals meet high-quality standards and align with healthy eating guidelines.
- Correctly fill all paperwork related to the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point system (HACCP), including fridge temperatures, food temperature logs, and cleaning schedules.
Requirements
- Be 18 years or older.
- Hold GCSE or equivalent English.
- Hold City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking.
- Hold Basic Food Hygiene (essential).
- Hold Intermediate Food Hygiene (desirable).
- Have previous experience in a similar environment.
- Have previous experience in delivering a service on a large scale.
- Have menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control, and budget experience.
About Elysium Healthcare
Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services, offering a multidisciplinary approach to long-term care provision. Our team of experts provides specialized care and expert therapeutic interventions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our residents.
What We Offer
- An annual salary of £25,350.
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off.
- Free meals and parking.
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
- Pension contribution to secure your future.
- Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
- Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.
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