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Chef

  • Kinross, Perth & Kinross
  • Hospitality and Catering
  • Posted 10 months ago
  • £11.33 per hour

Salary: £11.33ph

*We have just introduced a 45p per mile mileage allowance for travel over 10 miles to this site*

Join us now in a career that makes a difference.

As Scotland’s largest private care provider, with 25 homes, over 900 residents and 1500 staff; Balhousie is one of the country’s leading providers of elderly and specialist care. As well as award-winning care home teams throughout Scotland, we boast a stunning HQ and highly skilled support staff.
We have two secure and permanent posts on offer, where you will work family friendly hours with alternative weekends off and no split shifts or backshifts. Hours/shifts to be discussed at interview.

Our picturesque site in Rumbling Bridge (near Kinross) is quite rural therefore it is desirable that candidates have their own transport.
Our core values are integral to how we operate, and that starts with recruitment. So before you apply, ask yourself:
Are you someone who is seen as a TRUSTED colleague?
Do you always ensure you are RESPONSIVE to the needs of others?
Do you have the potential to be an INSPIRING influence to colleagues and residents alike?
Are you keen to work within Care and PASSIONATE about making a difference to the lives of others?

The Role
To organise and control the efficient and economic production of quality food within the allowed budget, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with EHO regulations.
Duties include:

  • Prepare, cook and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required
  • Provide for special dietary requirements where necessary, and take into account the preferences of individual Residents
  • Liaise with the Home Manager when planning / costing menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of available fresh foods
  • Supervise and instruct Kitchen Staff Members in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures, giving help and guidance where appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer / fridge temperature
  • Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:

  • City & Guilds 706 – 1 & 2, or equivalent (achieved or working towards)
  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
  • Good communication skills
  • Team player
  • Satisfactory Police Check and check against the PVG List
  • Previous supervisory experience (desirable)
  • Experience of food preparation for the relevant Resident group (desirable)

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Just some of our great suite of Balhousie Benefits’*:

  • Access to a huge range of discounts including holidays and grocery shopping!
  • The ability to access your wages before payday, through an easy-to-use app!
  • Enhanced overtime rates!
  • Free health and legal advice!

*terms apply

Job Information

Job Reference: BBBH776_1689758200
Salary:
Salary From: £11.33
Salary To: £11.33
Job Industries: Hospitality and Catering
Job Locations: Kinross, Perth & Kinross
Job Types: Permanent
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