Culinary Specialist

About Elysium Healthcare

Elysium Healthcare is an established provider of care services, with a unique approach to delivering rehabilitation and support for individuals with mental health conditions.

We are seeking a Culinary Specialist to join our team at Field House and Apartments, a specialist rehabilitation service for women with mental illness and/or personality disorder.

About the Role

This part-time role will involve working 15 hours per week, preparing and cooking meals for service users, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar environment and be able to work independently, as well as contribute to a dedicated kitchen team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Maintaining good food storage procedures and stock rotation according to established procedures.
• Preparing, planning, and cooking meals to a consistently high standard.
• Serving food and beverage in a professional and courteous manner.
• Participating in food costings through effective cost control procedures.
• Adhering to food hygiene regulations and safety procedures.
• Taking full shift responsibility for the catering operation.
• Assisting the Head Chef in researching and creating new menus.

Requirements and Qualifications

• To be 18 years or older.
• GCSE or equivalent English.
• City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking.
• Basic Food Hygiene (essential).
• Intermediate Food Hygiene (desirable).
• Previous experience in a similar environment.
• Menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control, and budget experience.

Benefits

• An hourly rate of £13.20.
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – including bank holidays – plus your birthday off (pro-rata).
• Free meals and parking.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help maintain a great work-life balance.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Pension contribution.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity package.

Location

Field House and Apartments, Chesterfield Road, Shirland, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7DT.

About Us

We are committed to providing high-quality care services and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. Our goal is to empower individuals to achieve their full potential and live fulfilling lives.