Chef

Head Chef  Location: Wing View Care Home, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY Salary: £44,000 per annum  Contracted Hours: 48 Hours per week  Shift Pattern: 7.00am - 5:00pm (5 Days a week)  About the home: Conveniently positioned on the south-west side of the village, close to all the local amenities, Wing View is in a peaceful neighbourhood. And with Leighton Buzzard just three miles to the east and Aylesbury five miles away, it’s ideally situated for residents to make the most of life in Buckinghamshire. Residents will live their lives in welcoming, relaxing surroundings, cared for by a dedicated team who will support them according to their own needs. About the role: Working as a Chef in our homes, you’ll oversee all aspects of our kitchen and catering services including management of a small team, ensuring the highest standards of nutrition, hygiene and safety at all times. You may occasionally be asked to cater for meals for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community activities and some weekend work will be required. Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll build relationships with our residents and their families so that you understand and can accommodate their personal preferences. In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes. About you: You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen, providing meals for large numbers, with knowledge of menu planning for specialist diets. Ideally you will hold, or be working towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership or equivalent but this is not essential. You’ll have experience of leading, motivating and inspiring a team and be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs. You’ll know how to manage your budget and stock effectively. What you'll get in return: The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in.  Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team: * 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * A Company pension * Free uniform * Free DBS * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us * Blue Light Card, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a chef within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today! We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested. #IND1