Job description
We currently have amazing opportunity for a SOUS CHEF in our Loughshinny Nursing Home
Contract Type - Full Time / Permanent
Role:
* To ensure the kitchen functions smoothly in the absence of the Management
* To ensure good personal hygiene standards are practiced by all catering staff
* To follow kitchen procedures at all times
* To contribute to the formulation of high quality, nutritious and varied diet for residents
* To ensure that meals are presented in an appropriate and appealing way
* To ensure that menus are reflective of seasonal food availability
* To ensure that agreed resident food plans are delivered
* To direct the kitchen assistant in his/her duties. Assist in covering the roster in the event of absence kitchen staff, with the D.O.N.
* To check in and sign off orders in absence of Management
* To ensure that there is adequate stock of supplement drinks for the residents
* Any other duties that the Management/ D.O.N deems relevant to the role of Chef/Cook
* To ensure that the kitchen cleaning schedule is adhered to on a daily basis
* To ensure that all kitchen records are compliant
Responsibilities
* To always maintain and manage the required high operational and personal standard of hygiene and presentation in compliance with the Food Safety Act.
* Compliance to the Health and Safety Act and regulations.
* To prepare, cook and service food as directed by the chef in charge, whilst complying to the food safety act, portion control and presentation standards.
* Ensure the correct disposal and storage of all food items as directed by the chef in charge.
* Monitor and record temperatures of fridges and freezers, hot cabinets, serveries as directed by the chef in charge.
* Ensure that assured safe catering principals are followed at all times encompassing legal requirements of the Food Safety Act.
* To ensure that working areas are kept clean and tidy adopting a "clean as you go" policy.
* To ensure that all foods served under your control are served and held at the required temperatures (probed and recorded).
* Ensure that decanting methods and fridge discipline are strictly adhered to.
* Ensure accurate records are maintained as directed by the chef in charge.
* To carry out any duties associated with cleaning up after meals and maintaining the kitchen environment at the standard required by Bartra Healthcare.
* Report any complaints from residents, family members or staff regarding quality or quantity of food, menu choices, or dining room environment to the Catering Manager immediately.
* Report all accidents or incidents to the Catering Manager.
* Report any unsafe practices or broken machinery/equipment to the Catering Manager, so that remedial action can be taken immediately
* Use all equipment as trained observing all safe practices, so that accidents are avoided
* Take full responsibility for your allocated area of work on a daily basis.
* Ensure that all bins are emptied, and all waste is discarded in the appropriate bin. (Food, Recycling, General Waste)
* Record keeping - ensure that necessary checks are made and recorded in accordance with our Food Hygiene Policy.
* Ensure food hygiene and HACCP standards are adhered to at all times.
Management Responsibilities
* The Head chef tasks and responsibilities are diversified and vary from cooking or plating certain dishes to establishing the menu and dealing with the ingredient providers.
* Assisting the catering manager
* Contribute to establishing the working schedule, organization, and efficiency of the work in the kitchen.
* Planning and preparation of the food and meal design in order to create an appealing and nutritious meals with observance of individual requirements of residents or patients
* Making sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation to food presentation and delivery.
* Making sure that the professional equipment is in good conditions and signaling any malfunction in accordance with Health and Safety policy and standards.
Qualifications
* Minimum QQI Level 5 In Culinary Arts or equivalent
* Minimum 3 Years' experience at senior level or in a similar position
Essential Criteria:
* Knowledge of HACCP including good hygiene practices
* Flexibility/adaptability
* Excellent written /numerical/analytical skills
* Strong IT Skills
* Highly organized
* Time management
* Management of finances and resources
* Good communication.
* Active listening
* Teaching abilities
Desirable
Relevant Leadership and Management Qualifications
All applicants who wish to apply for the role should submit their CV to hr@bartrahealthcare.ie.
As a Bartra Healthcare Employee you will be entitled to the following benefits:
* Private Healthcare Plan
* Educational Support
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Bike-to-work Scheme
* Bleeper Bikes
* Travel Saver Leap Card
* Staff Events
* Wellness Program
* Free Uniforms
* Partly-subsidised Meals
* Free on-site Parking
* Incremental rate of pay
* Employee appreciation scheme
* Ongoing training and development
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