Chef

Come and join one of the UK’s largest providers in complex care. 

We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our amazing team at Hothfield Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, Kent

About the role:

Responsible for preparing nutritious, appealing, and safe meals tailored to the dietary requirements of patients / residents / young people, colleagues, and visitors. This role involves adhering to strict food safety standards, collaborating with dietitians to accommodate specific health needs, and ensuring the efficient operation of the kitchen. 

What you'll be working:

• Part time role - 25hrs per week
• 2 x 12.5hrs per week
• Working Weekday/weekend/BH – Working 2 days out of 7 days.

Salary: FTE £26,260.52 for 37.5Hrs Full time hours per annum (pro rata)

What you'll be doing:

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals that meet the dietary needs of patients / residents / young people, including low-sodium, low-sugar, gluten-free, vegetarian, or other specialised diets. 

• Create appealing menus that promote health and recovery while ensuring variety and balance. 

• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. 

• Ensure all kitchen equipment is cleaned and maintained according to health and safety regulations. 

• Oversee kitchen operations, including ordering supplies, managing inventory, and reducing food waste. 

• Train and supervise kitchen colleagues to ensure consistency and quality in meal preparation. 

• Manage food budgets efficiently without compromising quality or safety. 

• Respond quickly to dietary or menu changes based on patient health needs or operational demands. 

• To receive and store food and other goods, ensuring they are of the required specification and quality.   

• To ensure the correct portioning, labelling, and packaging of food items in line with food safety standards.  

• To complete daily quality report sheets to include all food cooking & chilling and equipment temperatures.  

• To make the most efficient use of provisions and equipment to minimise waste.  

• To wear appropriate approved protective clothing provided in accordance with role and food hygiene policy.  

• Take personal responsibility for ensuring that ACG resources are used efficiently and with minimum wastage. 

• Make sure colleagues are aware of the mechanisms for speaking up in ACG and take action where required.  

• Maintain their own training compliance with and ensure they are up to date with regulatory standards. 

• Adherence to all Group policies and procedures and ensuring that all colleagues in the service are aware of and understand company policies. 

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances. 

What you'll have:

• Proven experience as a Chef ideally in a similar environment. 
• Experience of leading a team
• Level 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent.  
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. 
• Knowledge of dietary guidelines, allergens and nutritional requirements. 
• Excellent understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Benefits Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Take a look around the company
https://activecaregroup.co.uk/