JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for an ambitious Chef to join our existing team of
kitchen professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible
for the preparation of meals to suit the dietary requirements of our
housing with care residents.
The chef will work as part of a team and will be responsible for the
preparation of food and beverage in the kitchen, comply with good food
hygiene procedures and ensure that all HACCP records/documentation are
filled in accurately and maintain a high standard of cleanliness.
In conjunction with the wider Housing with Care team, achieve high
professional standards of care in accordance with Fold Housing’s
policies and regulatory standards, ensuring the rights of residents
are always protected.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To Prepare and serve freshly cooked meals for residents at
mealtimes.
* Requisitioning of foodstuffs and materials
* Preparation of both raw and cooked food
* Cooking food including preparation of Special Dietary Menus and
modified food requirements
* Portioning and packing of both raw and cooked food
* Rotation and allocation of foodstuffs
* Labelling, chilling, and storage of food
* Regeneration of food
* HACCP record keeping
* Serving hot food and preparing made to order sandwiches and salads
for the staff dining room.
* Maintaining the cleanliness and good order of area of assignment
and associated areas to the highest possible standard in line with
HACCP and catering policies
* Efficient and economical use of materials and equipment
* Adhere to specifications, standards, and procedures while at work.
* Practice all food hygiene and health and safety procedures,
including Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP)
* Report mechanical defects and need for repairs.
* Take all necessary steps to ensure the maximum security of your
area of assignment and all equipment and supplies contained therein.
* Report to management immediately any accidents, fire, stock loss,
damage, unfit food and take such action as may be appropriate.
* Assist with special functions as required.
* Provide assistance and advice to staff in plating dinners / teas.
* Checking for meals at all service points throughout the site for
quality, quantity, and presentation
* Implement cost control measures aiming to achieve maximum
utilisation of resources.
* Stocking taking at relevant intervals.
* Checking the quality of goods received as per specification.
* Liaising with user groups on the compilation of menus and the
provision of services
* Be aware of modern developments in the industry and to assist in
their introduction where necessary and changes in food trends with a
view to maximising sales.
* Attend training courses as directed by Management.
* Provide cover for existing catering staff as appropriate.
* Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality
Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example,
Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and
Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.
and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and
maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role.
* Any other duties relevant to the post as may be allocated by the
scheme Manager.
FURTHER DETAILS:
All Fold Housing employees are expected to promote and support a
working environment that is free from harassment or discrimination on
the grounds of religion, community background, gender, marital status,
or disability.
This job description is not exhaustive and, following consultation
with the job holder, may be amended to facilitate changes in the
better organisation of Fold’s activities.
Fold Housing operates a ‘No Smoking on the Premises Policy’.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
