Chef

Why join us?

Were proud of our happy home and are dedicated to creating a place where everyone enjoys coming to work each day.

As well being part of a lively and supportive team, we are surrounded by fascinating residents who also bring so much to our lives every day too.

What we can offer you

• £13.50 per hour
• Weekend shifts - 24 hours per week
• Enhanced pay on bank holidays
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays)
• Pension
• Staff recognition schemes
• Refer a Friend bonus of up to £1000
• I have an idea £50 gift card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Comprehensive Training and Career Development
• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Dedicated mental health champions

As our Chef you will plan, prepare and cook a wide variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious and meet the dietary needs of all of our residents. Youll ensure sufficient food stocks are available and you will be responsible for placing orders with suppliers. You will supervise other team members and will interact with our residents on a daily basis - so youll be friendly, caring and kind whilst respecting our residents dignity at all times.

Heres some other important things you need to know:

• Youll need to understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment within the kitchen and dining areas.
• Youll ensure that all kitchen equipment is in full, safe working order, immediately report any faults to the management team:

Additional Information:

• Ideally, were looking for someone who can work Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, though standard weekend shifts are also available

Caring for Our Mental Health Together

At Water Mill House Care Home, we believe a happy, supported team delivers the best care. Thats why weve signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment developed by experts with six essential standards that help us to create a home where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to thrive.

From trained Mental Health Champions to our online Wellbeing & Mindfulness Space, we make sure our people have the tools, time, and support they need because your wellbeing matters here and when we take care of our minds, we can take care of each other and our residents even better

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