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chef required-30 hrs per week
Beechfield Care Group are currently looking to recruit a Chef to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Glengara Park Nursing Home, Glenageary Rd, Glasthule, Dublin A96 H242.
We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to provide the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home.
About Glengara Park
Glengara Park is set in a distinctive Victorian country house with large gardens. We are close to Sandycove and just a short walk from the sea. Every resident is unique, and we respect and value each individual for who they are. This is our ethos. We take pride in our wonderful and passionate care team, which comprises a number of staff who have been with us for over 10 years. Their experience, along with their genuine interest and passion in doing what they do, is essential in achieving and maintaining the high standard that we set for ourselves.
About the role:
The Chef is a key position in the nursing home, with responsibility for ensuring that the resident is provided with a nutritious and varied diet, which meets his/her individual and dietary needs and preferences.
Role Responsibilities
1. Supervision and preparation of the cooking and serving of delicious and nutritious hot and cold meals, as and when required for residents.
2. Providing for special dietary requirements where necessary and taking into account the preferences of individual residents.
3. Consulting with the PIC when planning/costing menus to provide a balanced nutritious diet and making the best use of available fresh foods.
4. Ensuring statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
5. Understanding and ensuring the implementation of the Home's Health and Safety, Infection Control and Hygiene policies, and Emergency and Fire procedures.
Role Requirements:
1. Formally trained.
2. Fully certified in HACCP.
3. Trained in modified food as per SALT guidelines.
4. Comply with all Food hygiene regulations.
5. Have a background in management of a kitchen environment.
6. Fluent in English, speaking & writing.
7. Experience in a Nursing Home / Hospital environment is an advantage.
Great benefits on offer:
1. An excellent remuneration available to the successful candidate.
2. Free Meals on site.
3. Paid training.
4. Free parking.
5. Flexible working hours.
6. Education & Development.
7. Summer & Christmas Parties.
8. Employee Assistance Programme.
9. Long service, Employee recognition and appreciation awards.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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