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At Bridge Oak Care Homes, we believe care is about so much more than meeting everyday needs. It’s about creating warm, welcoming communities where every resident feels safe, valued and truly at home. Our vision is to provide compassionate, person-centred care that celebrates individuality, promotes independence and enables people to live with dignity, comfort and purpose. Every member of our team plays an important part in making this vision a reality. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Chef to join the team at The Oakes, based in Huddersfield. If you’re creative, organised and passionate about bringing people together, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference every single day.
Job Responsibility
To plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centres around residents’ preferences, requests or any special dietary requirements, to follow Bridge Oak Care Homes ’ Good Food Guide and, where appropriate, make amendments after authorisation from Head Office.
To be active and encouraging, provide advice and guidance for the team ensuring that Bridge Oak is a friendly, supportive working environment.
Responsible for the supervision and appraisals of the Kitchen Team.
Interview applicants for vacancies within the Kitchen Team.
To understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health, ensuring a safe environment within the home.
Implement, monitor and maintain cleaning schedules that meet the requirements of the Food Safety Manual, and ensure that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean. This will include the washing up of pots, pans and dishes when required.
Ensure sufficient food stocks are ordered and received from approved suppliers and that stock rotation is taking place to maintain optimum freshness of all foodstuff ensuring the highest quality expected within Bridge Oak Care Homes.
Responsible for all kitchen equipment ensuring it is in full, safe working order, reporting any damage or faults to the Handyman and Home Manager and following up any appropriate action.
To be an active member of the Bridge Oak team, contribute to team meetings, and assist the Home Manager with the selection, interviewing, induction and on-going development of catering staff.
To be understanding towards residents and their needs and attend resident/relative meetings. Regularly monitor and assess resident’s satisfaction with the catering service provided in their home, and respond accordingly and positively to ideas and feedback.
Requirements
To plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and centres around residents’ preferences, requests or any special dietary requirements, to follow Bridge Oak Care Homes ’ Good Food Guide and, where appropriate, make amendments after authorisation from Head Office.
To be active and encouraging, provide advice and guidance for the team ensuring that Bridge Oak is a friendly, supportive working environment.
Responsible for the supervision and appraisals of the Kitchen Team.
Interview applicants for vacancies within the Kitchen Team.
To understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health, ensuring a safe environment within the home.
Implement, monitor and maintain cleaning schedules that meet the requirements of the Food Safety Manual, and ensure that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean. This will include the washing up of pots, pans and dishes when required.
Ensure sufficient food stocks are ordered and received from approved suppliers and that stock rotation is taking place to maintain optimum freshness of all foodstuff ensuring the highest quality expected within Bridge Oak Care Homes.
Responsible for all kitchen equipment ensuring it is in full, safe working order, reporting any damage or faults to the Handyman and Home Manager and following up any appropriate action.
To be an active member of the Bridge Oak team, contribute to team meetings, and assist the Home Manager with the selection, interviewing, induction and on-going development of catering staff.
To be understanding towards residents and their needs and attend resident/relative meetings. Regularly monitor and assess resident’s satisfaction with the catering service provided in their home, and respond accordingly and positively to ideas and feedback.
What we offer
A friendly, welcoming and inclusive working environment.
Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents’ lives every day.
A workplace built on trust, compassion and respect.
The chance to be part of a care provider that is deeply rooted in its local communities and committed to delivering exceptional person-centred care.