Senior Chef at New Elmcroft

Shaw Healthcare

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West Sussex

£18.69/hour

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About the role

Senior Chef at New Elmcroft

Salary: £18.69 per hour

Hours: 35hrs p/w

Shift Times: On 4 weekly Rota, shift times between 8am-5:15pm - includes alternative weekends

Shaw healthcare is looking for a Senior Chef who is ready to make a positive impact New Elmcroft, a 60 en-suite bedded care home located in a quiet residential setting in Shoreham by Sea, close to Brighton and Worthing. The facility specialises in nursing, dementia, residential, and respite care, providing a safe and supportive environment.

Why Work at Shaw Healthcare?

Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats.

We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024.

We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics

We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month.

We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys.

Job Responsibilities

You will liaise with our Home Manager, Nutritional Therapist and staff to ensure high-quality fresh, home-cooked food is provided every day. You will also establish a rapport with our residents and their families in order to satisfy their dietary needs. This will include, but not limited to:

Preparing, cooking and serving meals for residents and others as required, in a timely manner.

Providing a varied diet, catering for the cultural preferences of those who use our services.

Catering for celebrations and other events in our Home.

Ordering supplies within the catering budget and company policy guidelines, using approved suppliers

Maintaining accurate catering records in accordance with HACCP

Participating in inspections by Environmental Health and/or care regulators and Local Authorities.

Maintaining a high standard of hygiene within the kitchen by adhering to HACCP and COSHH guidelines.

Assisting in the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by ensuring adherence to Health & Safety and Welfare.

Ability to manage the Catering Team

Benefits

Excellent Career Opportunities

Care Qualifications

76% Employee Owned - our employees have received over £1850 each in tax free bonuses to date!

Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1000 for each referral by you)

Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced payrates for bank holidays

Free Uniform

Death in service payment *subject to criteria

GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app

Discounted Homemade Meals while on Shift

Pension scheme

Colleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.

Holiday discounts

Outstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Our support to your Wellbeing includes free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now!

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