Head Chef

Windmill Healthcare is recruiting for the position of Head Chef for Ferbane Care Centre, Ferbane, Co Offaly.

This role reports to the Director of Nursing / Person in Charge.

Responsibilities

• 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 resident's dietary requirements adhered to.
• Evaluate food production to optimise resident's 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 do we offer?

• Free Garda Vetting
• Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free on-site parking

Benefits:

• Pension
• Discounted food