Kitchen Operations Manager

6 days ago


Waterlooville, Hampshire, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef to join our team at Elysium Healthcare. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals to our service users, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
  • 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 food and beverages in a professional and courteous manner, ensuring excellent customer service.
  • Prepare and produce food for conferences and banquets, demonstrating creativity and attention to detail.
  • Participate in food costings through effective cost control procedures, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Adhere to 'Safer Food Better Business' standards and record-keeping, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Adhere strictly to Food Hygiene Regulations and other safety procedures at all times, prioritizing the health and well-being of our service users and staff.
  • Take full shift responsibility for the catering operation, ensuring seamless delivery of services.
  • Assist the Head Chef in researching and creating new menus, ensuring meals are of high quality and align with healthy eating guidelines.
  • Correctly file 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 experience in menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control, and budget management.

About Elysium Healthcare

We provide care and support to young people aged 12-18 with Eating Disorders or an eating difficulty, along with co-morbid presentations such as mental health or psychological issues. Our facility features 12 spacious en-suite bedrooms, communal areas, a lounge, a separate dining area, and activity rooms. We prioritize teamwork, recovery, and compassion in our service.

What We Offer

  • Annual salary of £28,000.
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave, plus your birthday off.
  • Free meals and parking.
  • Wellbeing support and activities to maintain a great work-life balance.
  • Career development and training to achieve career goals.
  • Pension contribution to secure your future.
  • Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
  • Enhanced Maternity Package for a special time.

We also offer a range of other benefits, including retail discounts and special offers.



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