An Exciting opportunity for the right candidate.
Trinity Care, a leading nursing home group are currently recruiting a full time Chef Manager.
Elm Green is a homely Nursing Home based on Dunsink Lane, Castleknock Dublin 15.
We are looking for an experienced Chef Manager to join our dynamic team.
At Elm Green we place our Residents at the heart of every decision we make.
Key Responsibilities: To produce and present food, to an agreed high standards and specifications, through the effective and efficient utilisation of all resources.
To be fully responsible for consistently ensuring full compliance with all aspects of the H.A.C.C.P.
system within Elm Green Nursing Home and that any new developments / recommendations are implemented as and when required.
Key Accountabilities Preparation of both raw and cooked food.
Cooking and presentation of food and in accordance with specific dietary requirements.
Decanting, portioning and packing of both raw and cooked food.
Food costs, Disposable and Chemical costs, ordering, stock rotation and the allocation of all foodstuffs and D&C.
Minimum wastage.
Labelling, chilling and storage of food in accordance with the Food Safety Policy.
Communicate regularly with Residents, adhere to their specific food plans, and deal with their needs as required.
D.O.N.
and Group Catering Manager kept informed of any issues in a timely manner.
Preparing a minimum of three 4 week cycle menus and allergen listings for same per year.
Adhering to the Nutritionists report.
Regeneration and service of food.
Up to date and accurate recording of H.A.C.C.P.
records, Training and Induction, payroll within budget framework, additional hours recorded on T.M.S.
Ensure that you maintain the cleanliness and good order of your area of assignment and associated areas to the highest possible standard.
Ensure efficient and economical use of materials and equipment.
To adhere to specifications, standards and procedures while at work.
Key Accountabilities To consistently practice all hygiene, cook- chill and health and safety procedures.
To report mechanical defects and needs for repairs.
To take all necessary steps to ensure the maximum security of your area of assignment and all equipment and supplies contained therein.
To effectively manage and develop your Team.
To report immediately any accidents, fire, stock loss, damage, allegations, unfit food and take such action as may be appropriate.
Provide assistance and advice to staff in packing / plating areas on portion size.
Monthly stocktaking and preparation of monthly CPL and stock reports.
Checking the quality of goods received as per specification.
Liasing with user groups on the compilations of menus and the provision of services.
Partaking in training courses as and when required.
To be aware of modern developments in the industry and to assist in their introduction where necessary and changes in food trends.
Achieving consistent best in the class results in the internal Quarterly Audits, E.H.O., E.I.Q.A., and H.I.Q.A and external audits e.g.
Cater Care Ltd. To attend monthly Catering / DON meetings, bi-monthly Group Chef Meetings and Group Catering Manager meetings.
To develop and seek ways to improve your skills and lead the Kitchen Team, Any other duties relevant to the posts as allocated by the Group Catering Manager.
Skills: Cooking Communication Organizational Presentation
