Bay View House: 2nd Chef Prestwick Care

2nd Chef

Prestwick Care is a successful family-run business, and we have a great opportunity for a2nd Chef atBay View House. This is a chance to work for a growing care provider within the North East.

Job Title: 2nd Chef
Contract Type: 30 hours per week
Location: Bay View House, 26 Promenade, Whitley Bay NE26 2RL
Salary: Competitive

About the Role

We are seeking a2nd Chef to join our team atBay View House. In 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.