About Our Home:

In the tranquil embrace of Graveley’s picturesque landscapes, Halcyon Days stands as a sanctuary of warmth, care, and unparalleled devotion. Beyond the scenic views and the blend of modern and Victorian aesthetics, it’s the heartbeats within—our dedicated staff—that truly define the essence of our home. Embodying Gold Care Homes’ belief that “It’s what’s inside that counts,” Halcyon Days is more than just a residence; it’s a vibrant community where every individual finds their rhythm, every moment is cherished, and every day is a dance of joy, comfort, and camaraderie. Welcome to a place where care meets passion.

What you will do:

To implement and maintain all aspects of the kitchen. For example: menus, hygiene, health and safety, cleaning schedules and waste control, ensuring the kitchen team are trained and supported in all areas.
The recruitment of the kitchen team promptly and in-line with company policy to ensure adequate staffing levels at all times.
To supervise and develop all kitchen colleagues to maximise their potential.
To ensure that colleagues undertake and maintain their mandatory and regulatory training.
To undertake personal development reviews for all kitchen colleagues in line with company policy.
To complete monthly audits for the kitchen reporting any findings to the home manager.
To prepare menus for the residents taking into account the content, balance, colour and nutritional values, in line with agreed budget.
To consult with residents on a regular basis to ensure that their needs and choices are being met.
To attend resident/relative meetings.
To maintain the agreed stock levels of food.
To implement and maintain an agreed deep cleaning schedule for the kitchen.
To carry out stock takes at the end of each month.
To implement four weekly rota.
To work within agreed budget guidelines on staff costs and consumables and to co-operate in any action necessary to keep within budget.

Benefits:

Salary - £15 to £16 per hour
ESAS – Salary Advance
Employee Assistance Programme
Perkbox
Employee of the Month
Long term service awards
Blue Light Card
Professional Development
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