Abbey Court: 2nd Chef Prestwick Care

2nd Chef

Prestwick Care is a successful family-run business, and we have a great opportunity for a 2nd Chef at Abbey Court. This is a chance to work for a growing care provider within the North East.

Job Title: 2nd Chef
Contract Type: Bank
Location: Abbey Court, Kenton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 3UW

Salary: Competitive

About the Role

We are seeking a 2nd Chef to join our team at Abbey Court. This role, the 2nd Chef, will support the Head Chef in preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.

What We Offer

• Full training package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discount card for our leisure sites

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in creating and maintaining cooking and cleaning regimes (daily, weekly, periodic) for all areas of the kitchen in line with the company's quality philosophy.
• Ensure that any special dietary meals are prepared correctly.
• Maintain food stock controls in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Manage and update an inventory of kitchen equipment in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure food handling, cleanliness, health and safety, and all procedures within the meal preparation areas operate to the highest possible standards.
• Supervise and instruct junior and new staff members in all aspects of their work in the care home, providing guidance where appropriate.
• Understand and implement the care home's Health and Safety policy, as well as Emergency and Fire procedures.
• Promote safe working practice in the care home.

Required Skills & Experience

• Promote safe working practices in the care home and uphold its good reputation.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.