Tezlom, a leading recruitment agency established in 2008, is recruiting for a Chef based in a Care Home and Nursing Home.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in kitchen operations and food preparation, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to food safety. As a Chef, you will lead the kitchen staff, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards while fostering a positive and efficient work environment.

Duties

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring all food production meets quality standards.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, adhering to recipes and presentation standards.
• Adhering to our Residents' dietary requirements in a Care Home environment, such as low fat diets, soft food diets, allergens and cultural preferences to food.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and safety practices.
• Manage inventory and order supplies as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Implement and maintain food safety protocols in accordance with health regulations.
• Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area at all times.
• Monitor kitchen performance and provide feedback to team members for improvement.
• Work in line with our Residents to ensure their preferences, choices for food are taken into consideration and applied at seasonal menus.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role within a restaurant, school, care home or culinary environment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary arts, and food safety regulations.
• Prepare English Cuisine
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in supervising and managing teams.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A passion for cooking and creativity in developing new dishes.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as required.

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Why Join Tezlom?At Tezlom, we offer flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle, allowing you to choose shifts that work for you. We understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance and ensure that your working hours suit your needs.

Interested?Apply today to join an expanding and rewarding organisation. For more information, follow us on social media at @Tezlom.