Chef

Chef

Newcastle upon Tyne

-14.00 per hour

Perm

An excellent opportunity for a chef to join a well-established business that operates a successful care home and meals at home service for older people in Newcastle.

My client is an independent, family-owned care provider who has been providing quality care in Newcastle upon Tyne for over 33 years. Food is a major part of the service offered to the residents and clients in the community. Prepared fresh on site each day, the meals contribute to their client''s feeling of health and well-being.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and organised individual with great attention to detail to join their small catering team working across two sites.

Duties:

• Prepare, cook, and present excellent food in accordance with the menu and the requirements of our customers.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene regulations at all times.
• Maintain the high levels of cleanliness expected in a five-star rated kitchen.
• Play an active part in our rapidly growing community service business.
• Be a valuable part of the wider team to ensure the best customer experience
• Order and manage stock.

Experience/Qualities/Skills:

• Experience of working in a busy kitchen environment (essential)
• Experience working in a care home environment (beneficial)
• Qualified to a minimum of level 2 in hospitality/catering or equivalent (essential)
• Strong interpersonal and working relationship skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Thorough and particular attention to detail.
• The ability to carry out effective shift handovers.
• Competent in completing essential paperwork relevant to health and safety.

Benefits:

• Sector leading rate of pay.
• New, modern, and fully equipped kitchen working environment.
• A company that promotes a happy/work life balance with sociable hours, no split shifts, and a friendly environment
• All statutory and in house training provided.
• A permanent full-time contract

If you feel that you have the necessary qualities for this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.