Senior Food Preparation Professional
5 days ago
Estimated Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum
About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Senior Food Preparation Professional to join our team at Boxgrove House. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing healthy and appetizing meals for our residents, ensuring their dietary needs are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement menus that cater to the diverse tastes and dietary needs of our residents
- Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring they adhere to health and safety guidelines and maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment
- Manage kitchen inventory and budget effectively, minimizing waste and optimizing resource allocation
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure seamless service delivery and resident satisfaction
- Provide excellent customer service to residents and visitors, responding to their needs and preferences
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar position, preferably in a residential care setting
- Advanced cooking skills and knowledge of nutrition, including special diets and meal planning
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient and empathetic approach
- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career progression. You will also enjoy:
- Holiday entitlement - starting from 28 days inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Sick pay entitlement
- Employee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staff
- Refer a friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care
- Choiceversary - staff receive vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice Care
- Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff members
- Life insurance
- Annual staff awards - this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in total
- Paid day off on your birthday
- Reclaim prescription costs for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and access free feminine hygiene products whilst on shift
- Wagestream – a financial health app that enables you to track your earnings, save a small amount automatically each month, receive optional pay advances, purchase vouchers for discounts with retailers, and get access to financial support and education
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