Relief Chef
Job Summary
Location: New Ross Co. Wexford
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Relief Chef to join our team in a residential care home. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing nutritious high-quality meals for residents while maintaining the highest standards of food safety hygiene and kitchen operations.
- Prepare and cook fresh nutritious meals in line with residents dietary requirements and preferences.
- Ensure all food is prepared and presented to a high standard.
- Maintain compliance with HACCP food safety and health & safety regulations.
- Plan daily food production and assist with menu preparation where required.
- Manage stock rotate supplies and minimise food waste.
- Maintain a clean safe and organised kitchen environment.
- Work collaboratively with the care home team to support the nutritional needs of residents.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.
- Previous experience as a Chef ideally within a healthcare nursing home hotel or catering environment.
- HACCP/Food Safety certification.
- Knowledge of special diets and allergen management is desirable.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable flexible and committed to delivering high-quality meals and service.
- Competitive daily rate.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunity to work within a well-established residential care setting.
- Potential opportunities for additional relief work across our group of care homes.
Required Skills:
Previous experience as a Chef ideally within a healthcare nursing home hotel or catering environment. HACCP/Food Safety certification. Knowledge of special diets and allergen management is desirable. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable flexible and committed to delivering high-quality meals and service.
Required Education:
Previous experience as a Chef ideally within a healthcare nursing home hotel or catering Safety of special diets and allergen management is organisational and time management to work independently and as part of a flexible and committed to delivering high-quality meals and service.