Commis Chef

Job summary

Are you a culinary genius looking to take the next step in your career? We are currently seeking a talented Commis Chef to join our team! To succeed, you need excellent communication skills, 2 years of catering experience, and a keen awareness of industry regulations. Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textured diets is a plus. Most importantly, you must have a passion for delivering high-quality dishes and be able to work creatively within our structured menu. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

We offer some excellent rewards & benefits including:

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subject to length of service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Long service awards.

And much more……….

 Location:  Hastings Court, 314 The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2RA

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay: £14.04 per hour 

Contract: Full-time Permanent

Shift: Days 

As a Commis Chef you will support the Head chef in the management of our fast paced, state of the art Kitchen. The successful candidate will be working alongside Chef and the wonderful kitchen team, to deliver the food to the highest of standards and will be given the opportunity to progress in their career.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure an excellent service is provided at all times.
• Ensure that care/support plans are followed in respect of the nutritional needs of each individual.
• Prepare nutritional snacks for residents as required and directed by the Registered Manager.
• Ensure prepared food is of an excellent quality and palatability as well as presentation.
• Working closely with the Head Chef.
• Stock control; stock replenishing/ ordering.

What you need to succeed as a Commis Chef:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ideally 2 years catering experience.
• Awareness of the regulations.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textured diets is advantageous.
• Experience of delivering a high-quality service as a Chef is essential.
• Ability to work to a structured menu, but be creative as an individual.

“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our Family

• Family 
• Integrity 
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!