- Menu Planning: Design and implement varied, seasonal menus that cater to the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents, including those with specific dietary requirements (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, vegetarian).
- Food Preparation: Ensure that all meals are prepared to the highest standards, using fresh, high-quality ingredients, and presented in an appealing manner.
- Team Management: Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment.
- Budget Management: Manage the kitchen budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to food hygiene, allergen management, and health and safety regulations. Conduct regular audits and ensure that all kitchen practices are up to date with the latest standards.
- Resident Engagement: Work closely with residents to understand their dietary preferences and feedback, adapting menus where necessary to ensure satisfaction and variety.
- Proven experience as a Chef Manager, preferably within a care home, retirement living, or similar setting.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
- Excellent knowledge of nutrition and special dietary requirements for older people.
- Exceptional culinary skills with a creative approach to menu planning and food presentation.
- Strong organisational and budget management skills.
- A relevant culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery) and a current Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for older people.
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Free meals
- Free on-site gym
- Onsite free car parking
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive?because diversity is our strength!
