Chef Manager - Merrimac

at  Bupa

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is essential
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Budget Management
• Understanding of Food Audits
• Hotel/Restaurant experience desirable but not essential
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders
• Effective time management and organisational skills

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Chef Manager at one of our care homes you will provide lead the provision of well presented, nutritious meals that meet Resident dining needs in a home like environment. You will ensure excellence at all times, whilst adhering to all related quality standards and regulations

DUTIES

• Ensure the efficient and high-quality functioning of the kitchen and catering service
• Review all feedback from residents and act accordingly to resolve any issues
• Manage safe and correct processes in food purchasing, storage, handling, and preparation
• Oversee the washing, preparation, and cooking of all foods, including vegetables, soups, sauces gravies, main dishes, desserts, sandwiches, salads, bread, and rolls
• Ensure that all meals are prepared fresh daily utilising seasonal produce
• Implement infection control principles and practices as per infection control policies
• Complete charts/ forms promptly and correctly as per duty list and Quality & Assurance Processes
• Identify training needs and requirements of Catering Staff - this includes changes to processes or resident requirements, introduction to new equipment safety or environmental regulations
• Work as an effective team leader by maintaining a positive attitude, respect, and communication with all members of the Catering team