Chef

Job summary

The Company

Here at Augustinian Care, St George's Park, our community offer a unique working environment set within 250 acres of stunning gardens and farmland within an area out outstanding natural beauty, with views overlooking the South Downs. Conveniently located within 3 miles of Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath, we provide accommodation and/ or care services to those aged 60 and over through our Retirement Village, Assisted Living Development, and two Care Homes.

Our staff take great pride in making a difference to the lives of our many residents and their families. We offer an excellent working environment which, in turn, makes working for us a very rewarding experience.

You will have access to our excellent training programme, and we pride ourselves on a continuous improvement plan for all our new and existing staff to ensure they have the ongoing knowledge, skills and commitment to become and continue to be a successful, valued member of our team.

Benefits

Our rates of pay are competitive, and our staff benefits are extensive including free uniform, free meals, and a free staff minibus service from both the Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath areas. Other benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration
• Job security - Augustinian Care have been caring for the elderly for over 150 years
• Annual pay reviews
• Free uniform provided - For all care and ancillary positions
• Free staff transport - Mini bus pickups on specified routes
• Free on-site secure parking
• DBS checks - Company funded checks
• Free meal - One free meal provided when on duty (hot for day shifts and Sandwiches on nights)
• Life Cover - based on a multiple of the last 12 months earnings at date of death
• Employee Assistance Programme including free, confidential, access to advice line and counselling
• Access to Blue Light Card – extensive range of discounts on many high street & online brands/shops
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme - with generous rewards (T&C's apply)
• Long service awards - Financial recognition of long service and commitment
• Paid sick leave (T&C's apply)
• Some other staff benefits include: Staff massage chair, Company Summer Fete and Christmas Party, staff prize draws, various staff well-being talks

The Role

We are looking for a passionate and reliable Weekend Chef to join our friendly team at St George’s Park Retirement Village. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals and exceptional service to our residents and their visitors, ensuring their dining experience is enjoyable and meets all dietary needs. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality food and service standards in a welcoming environment for our residents.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure consistent high standards of food quality, service, hygiene, and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
• Update and communicate changes to the Food Safety Management System.
• Prepare meals and beverages for residents, including special dietary requirements.
• Manage stock ordering and control within budget guidelines.
• Check and store deliveries appropriately.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with COSHH regulations.
• Lead and oversee the team in the kitchen
• Organise staff cover for absences and annual leave.
• Plan and implement new menus and assist with special functions.

Working Hours:

Saturday 09:00 - 20:00

Sunday 07:00 - 18:00

(Total: 20 hours per week)

Requirements

The successful candidate will hold, or be working towards, a City and Guilds 706 1 & 2 qualification, or relevant NVQ qualifications, along with a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate. As well as this, you will also need to have at least two years’ experience in Catering, or within a similar role.

You will also have the ability to manage a busy kitchen whilst maintaining a high standard of service and professionalism, and the ability to lead and work well within a team.

Good verbal and written communication skills are required to ensure all records are kept up to date including temperature charts, stock lists, order forms, and food consumption details.

All posts are subject to a clear enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. 

Although it is no longer a legal requirement for staff working within CQC regulated Care Homes for Older Adult Care in England to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated, in the best interests of our staff and residents, we have decided to keep it a mandatory requirement to work for our organisation. Therefore, we will need proof of your COVID Vaccination pass.

You must have current valid right to work in the UK.

This role does not meet the requirements of Sponsorship.