Chef Manager

The Chef Manager is responsible to the Manager/Deputy or Nurse on duty. Key responsibilities include:

Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of main meals, snacks, cakes, etc. in accordance with specified menus.

Ensure menus are displayed showing choices.

Determine quantities to be cooked and size of portions to be served, taking into account diets to meet medical, ethnic and personal needs.

Check quantity and quality of stock received and notify suppliers of deficiencies.

Oversee washing and cleaning of floors, crockery, utensils, work surfaces and other kitchens equipment to ensure that the necessary hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen and dining room as appropriate.

Ensure that the appropriate clothing, including head wear, is worn at all times in accordance with Home policy.

Co-operate fully with the statutory inspections and implement recommendation as appropriate.

Act as Supervisor to the Kitchen Staff Team on shift.

To undertake such other duties as may be determined from time to time within the general scope of the post.