About Us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of creating meaningful lives together. We're passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and team, and offer a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered.
Job Description
* Support the Head Chef in leading a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service, contributing to residents' well-being.
Responsibilities
1. Prepare modified diets that are appealing, well-balanced, and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
2. Supervise and direct culinary staff, providing instruction and demonstration on food preparation activities.
3. Understand safe food handling principles to meet hygiene standards.
4. Support culinary team members in understanding the Avery Food Safety Management System.
Requirements
* Hold a relevant catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent).
* Have at least 1 year of catering experience.
* Demonstrate compassion and commitment to high-quality culinary services.
* Be adaptable and flexible to cover responsibilities at short notice.
Additional Requirements
* An ADBS Disclosure check, with costs met by the employer.
* Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.