Commis Chef
Job Description
Job summary
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Commis Chef at Hawthorns of Braintree Retirement Village in Braintree. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE As a Commis Chef, your primary role will be to assist the Chef de Partie in preparing food and performing basic cooking tasks. You will
Main duties of the job
The primary role of a Commis Chef at Avery Healthcare is to assist the Chef de Partie in the preparation of food and execution of basic cooking tasks. As a part of Avery, employees contribute significantly to the care and well-being of residents, working in a nurturing environment that supports professional growth. Avery Healthcare provides opportunities for personal development within a setting characterized by respect, compassion, and commitment to exceptional care. Commis Chefs have a wide array of responsibilities including assisting in managing catering services, preparing high-quality and nutritional food, and catering to special dietary requirements. Furthermore, participation in resident meetings and collaboration with departmental heads is essential for agreeing on catering functions and addressing specific resident needs.
About us
Avery Healthcare stands as one of the leading providers of luxury elderly care homes within the UK. Beyond merely offering facilities for elderly care, Avery is invested in fostering an enriching environment both for its residents and employees. Avery believes in ensuring that the later years of life hold significance and joy, and this philosophy extends to valuing and empowering its workforce. The ethos of Avery Healthcare, 'creating meaningful lives together,' is reflected across its over 100 homes, where a strong focus is placed on high-quality care, support for personal growth, and building a community atmosphere where both residents and staff feel valued.
Job responsibilities
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Commis Chef at Hawthorns of Braintree Retirement Village in Braintree. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Commis Chef, your primary role will be to assist the Chef de Partie in preparing food and performing basic cooking tasks.You will work in different areas of the kitchen, such as vegetables, fish and meat, and sauces, usually on a six-month rotation programme.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Supporting all chefs to manage and deliver all catering services throughout the home, ensuring resident choice, dignity, confidentiality, and safety are maintained.
- Participating in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree on catering functions across the home and address residents' special needs or dietary requirements. This must include knowledge of cultural and religious preferences.
- Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Chefs, promptly and in accordance with agreed mealtimes.
- Preparing special diet meals as needed and as directed by the Chefs.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must:
- Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
- Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience.
- Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents.
- Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent; Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate; Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Tortoiseshell Way
CM7 1TD
United Kingdom
