[ref. o4441302] Agency Chef

apartmentAbrams Healthcare Llp placeGateshead calendar_month04/10/2024

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Zero hours contract

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Be compliant with Client Policies, Procedures, Regulations and legislative

requirements to provide a safe food and beverage service to Residents.

Prepare, cook and serve homemade meals using fresh ingredients that comply

with the Client's food buying and menu standards.

Provide for the choice, cultural preferences, and special dietary needs of

Residents.

Liaise with central support teams to consistently comply with company nutrition

standards and food offers.

Liaise with clinical and Care/Activities colleagues to engage with Residents in

food-related activities that promote Residents' nutritional health and emotional

wellbeing. To promote the therapeutic values of the food and beverage offer. To
solicit feedback through regular participation in Resident activities and surveys.

Manage ordering, holding, and secure storage of stock. Manage food costs

within the budget.

Organize and manage the kitchen team efficiently. Supervise the daily tasks of

the kitchen team effectively. Mentor colleagues in their learning and
development, especially in their responsibilities for food handling and service.

Manage standards of food presentation and service throughout the home.
Clean and maintain the kitchen and food preparation areas and equipment.

Report faults and breakdowns.

Maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills. Attend mandatory

training and meetings when required. Participate in the learning and development

of others.

Purpose of Role: Responsible for producing quality homemade food and beverage offer which provide for

Residents' nutritional health and wellbeing. Manage food stock and adhere to the
budget. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety and lead the team.
Maintain accurate records. Ensure that all incidents/accidents are reported in
accordance with company and Regulatory requirements. Act as a positive role model for

Colleagues in terms of behaviour and attitudes.

Health & Safety

Report immediately to the Home Manager, or Person in Charge, any illness of an

infectious nature or accident incurred by a Resident, Colleague, self or another.

Understand and ensure the implementation of the Care Home's Health and

Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures.

To promote food safety and safe working practices in the home.
To report damages, equipment repairs, and potential hazards to the Home

Manager or DPiC.
Person Specification Essential Desirable Evidence Qualifications and Knowledge

S/NVQ2 or equivalent in Catering and Hospitality or Professional Cookery.
Food Hygiene Certificate at a minimum of Level 2.
Understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
S/NVQ Level 3 (Level 3 or equivalent) catering qualification is essential for

homes with 60+ beds.

Knowledge of nutrition, cultural, and medical diets. Application Form Interview

Questions Certificates
Skills

Verbal and written communication skills.
Record and interpret catering records and take the necessary action.
Time management to adhere to food service times.
Work autonomously to plan and prioritize tasks.
Food presentation
Ability to follow recipes, menu plans, and special medical diets.
Completing administrative tasks
Numeracy and budgeting
IT skills
Preparation of texture-modified and special medical diets.

Application Form Interview Practical Cooking Assessment References
Experience

Managing professional kitchens that meet regulatory standards.
Experience of customer service and/or working with vulnerable people.
Experience of leading and managing a catering team. Application Form Interview

Questions References

IF YOU ARE NOT LEVEL 2/LEVEL 3 TRAINED. YOU WILL HAVE TO DO THE

TRAINING WITH ABRAMS HEALTHCARE LLP

Apply on this link
https://20x.io/abramshealthcare/commonuser_register/eWNqRjlPTjdiUC

9JbnNWdFJrNkdGQT09

Or contact: laiba.dogar@abramshealthcare.co.uk

office@abramshealthcare.co.uk

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