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Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group are searchingfor an exceptional person to join ourteam, working across our 7 nursing homesas a regional bank chef.Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description. Please note unlike many other posts in the hospitality/catering sector this role offers more regular working hours with no late finishes creating a better work/life balanceThis post offers the opportunity to work in any of our 7 nursing homes providing weekly cover for annual leave, sickness or training days which may leave us short within our kitchen teams. Our model is to have our own bank chef, to offer greater continuity than can be achieved when using agency chefs. The post offers a highly competitive rate of pay plus travel expenses to cover the costs of travel to each of our sites. Our bank chef is kept as busy as they would like to be and will generally be working between 40-50 hours per week.We care, the way you care.With a reputation for quality care delivery for the elderly since 1985, Randolph Hill is the perfect place to build a career.Key BenefitsExcellent rates of pay with a starting rate of 18.00 per hourTravelling expenses to cover the costs of travel between our homesWork flexibly around your own availabilityA rolling programme of mandatory trainingGreat development potentialFriendly and supportive care home management and Head Office teamsRecognition and reward for outstanding performanceJob PurposeTo provide healthy nourishing food suitable for clients needs within an allotted budgetTo organise the kitchen in a safe, economic and efficient mannerTo ensure staff adhere to Environmental Health guidelinesTo uphold residents participation strategyTo show loyalty to the Company and respect confidentiality at all timesTo treat colleagues with respect and ensure teamwork is goodMain ResponsibilitiesTo adhere to given menus and present them in an appetising mannerTo seek feedback from residentsTo work within a given budget and be accountable for discrepanciesTo ensure all foodstuffs are stored, handled and prepared hygienically in a manner which complies with company and statutory bodies requirementsTo use and observe use of all kitchen stock and equipment in appropriate manner and report any faults or discrepancies to immediate superiorTo order and cost food supplies and keep proper records as instructed by the companyTo treat suppliers in a professional manner so as to achieve their best attention at all timesTo make best use of available space and ensure correct rotation of stockTo have enough supplies for emergency situations without overstockingTo have good knowledge of any specific dietary needs of residentsTo be involved in menu planning and entertainment committee meetings as requiredTo keep all kitchen equipment and furniture clean and in a safe condition and report any faults to superiorsTo be in receipt of a current food hygiene certificateKnowledge, Skills and ExperienceMinimum of 2 years experience as a Chef within a busy kitchen environment, and of leading a team of other kitchen staffTime management, prioritisation of workload for self and greater teamDemonstrable experience in all elements contained in the above noted main responsibilitiesOur OrganisationAt Randolph Hill, we have enjoyed an enviable reputation for quality care provision since 1985. We are large enough to be able to provide support to our team with a stable and supportive management structure, detailed policies and procedures and regular and comprehensive training, whilst still small enough to avoid becoming overly bureaucratic and make decisions to fit every circumstance. We offer fantastic rates of pay, have an incredibly low staff turnover (many of our staff have been here since homes opened) and there are plenty of opportunities for career progression. All of our homes are extremely well run and have positive grades with the Care Inspectorate. xjdpvnf Randolph Hill are committed to quality and are looking for like-minded people who wish to progress their career with us. We have 7 Nursing homes located in Gullane, North Berwick, Edinburgh Sighthill, Edinburgh Morningside, Broxburn, Livingston and Dunblane.