Chef

About the role

TLC Care are looking for an experienced Casual Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering a first-class food service within our care home. At TLC Care, our focus is quality of life. The design of our homes and every aspect of their operation are dedicated to providing the highest standards of care, comfort, and wellbeing for our residents. Our approach to specialised nursing and care is, we believe, second to none, with highly trained carers and nurses available 24 hours a day to support the individual needs and wishes of every resident. The Role As a Casual Chef, you will assist the Head Chef in organising and controlling the efficient production of seasonal and sustainable meals of the highest quality, while maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with Environmental Health regulations. Food preparation will be expected to be of a very high standard and will include: Preparing, cooking, and serving hot and cold meals as required. Catering for special dietary requirements. Taking into account the preferences and nutritional needs of individual residents. Supporting the kitchen team to maintain high standards of food safety and presentation. This is a casual, bank position, offering flexible shifts to cover periods of increased demand, annual leave, and staff absence. In Return We Offer Excellent rate of pay Discounts at approximately 2,000 high street and online retailers, including supermarkets Discounted gym membership Subsidised healthcare cash plans Auto-enrolment pension scheme Free meals while on duty Excellent training and development opportunities within a growing organisation Requirements The successful applicant will have the following qualifications, skills, and experience: City & Guilds Level 1 & 2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards) Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Good communication skills Team player with a positive attitude Ability to work on own initiative Experience preparing a variety of dishes, including Kosher, Vegan, and Halal meals

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