Overview
Windmill Healthcare Group is recruiting for the position of a Full Time Head Chef for our Abbot Close Care Centre, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. This role reports to the Director of Nursing / Person in Charge. Hours of work: 08:00am to 5:30pm. No evening work.
Responsibilities
* Manage, supervise, and provide the catering service within the Care Centre efficiently and in accordance with current legislation and Company Policy and procedure.
* Responsible for all aspects pertaining to the smooth running and operation of the kitchen
* Ensure all food will be cooked and prepared to the highest standards with residents\' dietary requirements adhered to.
* Evaluate food production to optimise residents\' nutrition
* Adhere to all current HACCP Regulations (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
* Adhere to First Aid, Hygiene, Health & Safety rules, COSHH Regulations at all times.
* Achieve budgeted margin through efficient costings and menu planning.
* Ensure the highest standards of Health and Safety and HACCP are maintained in the catering facility.
* Manage and develop the kitchen team.
* Liaise with residents on the choices available to them to ensure their needs are being met
Experience
* Previous experience in a similar food service environment.
* 2 years\' experience in a similar role
Essential Skills, Competencies And/or Professional Knowledge
* Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
* Flexibility and the ability to introduce new ideas
* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
* Knowledge of HACCP and the ability to implement a HACCP Plan.
* Food costing knowledge. Ability to teach, mentor, and inspire staff.
* Have the ability to produce nutritious, quality food for our residents
What we offer
* Free Garda Vetting
* Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/professional development
* Opportunities for career progression
* Free on-site parking
Benefits
* On-site parking
* Discounted food
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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