Chef

We require an experienced Chef for our highly regarded and quality driven elderly care home in Dingwall.

Due to a change in circumstances, our family owned care home is looking for a an experienced Chef who can deliver a great dining experience to our 50 residents

You will be contracted to 4 shifts per week - working in line with the rota including working alternate weekends.

You will be responsible for costing and delivering 3 meals per day and providing a range of snacks, treats and healthy options, along with nutritious menu choices for our residents. Your food will need to be wholesome, appealing and nutritionally balanced, and meet the needs of all our residents

Ideally you will hold a current HACCP qualification
Have knowledge of Cook Safe
Have experience of developing nutritious and appealing menus for residents.
The food that you produce must be in line with nutritional guidelines and you must have some knowledge of textured diets, for those requiring food fortification and those with special diets i.e. diabetic, low sugar, high fibre etc.
You will be required to produce 3 meals a day including preparation for supper and home baking.
You will be responsible for the monthly budget and food ordering. You will also be responsible for the EHO requirements and paperwork for the kitchen.

You will be assisted by a kitchen assistant who will work alongside you, and have the support of a great team of care staff and management.

We are looking for someone who can add flair and personality into their food, whilst ensuring the nutritional make up and "kerb appeal" keeps our residents looking forward to their next meal time, and special celebrations.

PVG (Disclosure Scotland) essential

If you are interested in the position, please forward a copy of your current CV for consideration.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £15.00 per hour

Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Application question(s):
Are you able to prepare nutrionally balance meals within a defined budget

Experience:
Cooking: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
HACCP (preferred)
Level 3 in Food Hygeine (preferred)

Work Location: In person