Executive Chef Assistant

6 days ago

Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Second Chef to join our culinary team at Gateway Recovery Centre. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will play a vital role in delivering 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.
  • Assist in the preparation, planning, and cooking of meals to a consistently high standard, taking into account special requests and dietary requirements.
  • Support in food service, including assisting with food preparation, presentation, and plating.
  • Prepare and produce foods for conferences and banquets, ensuring exceptional presentation and quality.
  • Participate in food costings through effective cost control procedures, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
  • 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, ensuring a safe working environment.
  • Take charge of the department in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring service requirements are met and maintaining high standards.
  • Assist the Head Chef in researching and creating new menus, ensuring meals are of high quality 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 in 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 mass.
  • Have menu planning, costing, ordering, stock control, and budget experience.
About Us

Gateway Recovery Centre is a state-of-the-art facility providing care for men and women with complex mental health requirements. Our hospital is split into four distinct areas, each catering to specific needs and requirements.

We are committed to improving the mental health and wellbeing of our service users, helping them develop and maintain healthy relationships with others. Our goal is to reduce risk behaviors associated with mental health conditions, enabling our patients to live successful and fulfilling lives within the community.

What We Offer
  • Annual salary of £25,740.
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – 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.

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

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