Chef required-30 hrs per weekBeechfield 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 Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to supply the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based 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 ParkGlengara Park is set in a distinctive Victorian country house with large gardens.
We are fortunate to be close to Sandycove and, we are 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 of a number of staff who have been with us for over 10 years.
Their experience, but also their genuine interest and passion in doing what they are doing, is essential in achieving and keeping the high standard that we set for ourselves. About the role:The Chef or 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 ResponsibilitiesO Supervision and preparation of the cooking and serving of delicious and nutritious hot and cold meals, as and when required for residents.O Providing for special dietary requirements where necessary and taking into account the preferences of individual residentsO Consulting with the PIC when planning / costing menus to provide a balanced nutritious diet and making the best use of available fresh foods.O Ensuring statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.O Understanding and ensuring the implementation of the Home's Health and Safety, Infection Control and Hygiene policies, and Emergency and Fire procedures. Role Requirements:O Formally trained.O Fully certified in HACCPO Trained in modified food as per SALT guidelines.O Comply with all Food hygiene regulations.O Have a background in management of a kitchen environment.O Fluent in English, speaking & writing.O Experience in a Nursing Home / Hospital environment an advantage. Great benefits on offer:O An excellent remuneration available to the successful candidate.O Free Meals on siteO Paid trainingO Free parkingO Flexible working hoursO Education & DevelopmentO Summer & Christmas PartiesO Employee Assistance ProgrammeO Long service, Employee recognition and appreciation awards