Bank Chef Job at Ringwood Full Time NEW

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Bank ChefCatering and Hospitality – Yarnley House Care HomeContract: BankSalary: £14.50 Per HourShift Type: DayshiftContracted hours: BankOur brand-new, luxury service is set in the small village of Crow, which is very close to Ringwood. We provide quality Residential, Dementia, Nursing and Respite care for 72-residents.We’re looking for a skilled Chef to join our care home team, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day.What we offer:* £14.50 per hour* Pension scheme* Onsite Parking* Paid DBS* Uniform Provided* 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)Why This Role MattersAs Chef, you’ll do more than just cook”you’ll be crafting meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents. Your expertise in the kitchen will help create a welcoming atmosphere where food is something everyone looks forward to.What You’ll DoMeal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.Menu Planning: Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus that provide a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients.Kitchen Management: Take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organizing and controlling food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality.Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed.Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.Skills, Knowledge & QualificationsCulinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 ” 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals.Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety.Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents’ dietary needs.Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen, when the Head Chef isn’t available.Desired Experience* Specialized Food Preparation: Experience in preparing food for the specific needs of our residents.* Care Environment Experience: Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential.About us:You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 130 care homes across the UK.

We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | InclusivityThese values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.If you’re passionate about cooking and want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we’d love to have you join our team.

Bring your culinary skills to our kitchen, where your meals will nourish, delight, and contribute to the well-being of those in our care.About us{Care Home Name} Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.