Job Description

Join Our Culinary Family at Marjara Care Group!

Are you a creative, passionate Chef looking to make a real difference? Marjara Care Group is seeking a talented Chef to craft delicious, comforting meals for our residents across three beautiful locations: Gresham Lodge, Sycamore Lodge, and Rathside Care Home. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, love experimenting with seasonal ingredients, and can effortlessly commute between sites, we want you on our team!

Why You'll Love Working with Us

Variety & Creativity:

Rotate between three unique care home kitchens, each with its own character and menu.

Impactful Role:

Deliver memorable dining experiences that brighten our residents' days.

Supportive Environment:

Join a close-knit culinary team where your ideas are valued and mentorship is a priority.

Career Growth:

Opportunities for professional development, menu-planning projects, and leadership roles.

What You'll Do

Craft Exceptional Dishes:

Prepare and cook high-quality meals that adhere to our menus and standards.

Collaborate & Innovate:

Assist in menu planning, leveraging seasonal ingredients to keep menus fresh and exciting.

Tailor to Dietary Needs:

Adapt textures and consistencies for specialized diets (purees, soft diets) and beverages, ensuring safety and enjoyment for elderly residents.

Support Dysphagia Care:

Apply basic knowledge of dysphagia management to modify meals and drinks appropriately.

Lead by Example:

Manage and mentor kitchen staff--providing guidance, training, and support to foster an efficient, positive workspace.

Maintain Excellence:

Uphold the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation at all times.

Ensure Consistency:

Oversee food production processes to guarantee every dish meets our quality benchmarks.

Work as One Team:

Coordinate with front-of-house staff for seamless service and resident satisfaction.

Inventory Management:

Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering to keep kitchens well-supplied.

What We're Looking For

Proven Culinary Expertise:

Previous experience as a Chef (or similar role) in hospitality, with strong knowledge of food preparation techniques.

Dietary Acumen:

Understanding of food textures, drink consistencies, and various therapeutic diets; basic knowledge of dysphagia and its dietary implications is essential.

Leadership Skills:

Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, and develop a kitchen team in a busy environment.

Food Safety Savvy:

Deep familiarity with current food safety regulations and best practices.

Team Player & Self-Starter:

Comfortable collaborating yet able to take initiative when needed.

Passion & Creativity:

A genuine love for cooking and a knack for crafting innovative, crowd-pleasing dishes.

Mobility:

Reliable means to commute between Gresham Lodge, Sycamore Lodge, and Rathside Care Home--flexible scheduling across sites is essential.

Key Details

Start Date:

Beginning of June 2025

Locations:

Gresham Lodge Sycamore Lodge Rathside Care Home

Hours of Work:

Shifts vary by location and needs. You may work from

7 AM to 2 PM

or

7 AM to 6 PM

depending on the site rotation.

Employment Type:

Full-time, on-site at all three locations with a rotating schedule.

Ready to Apply?

If you're eager to bring your culinary artistry and leadership skills to Marjara Care Group, we'd love to hear from you!

If you require any more details, please do not hestiate to contact RM: zuzanna.marjaracaregroup@outlook.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.25-13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 33 per week

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Overtime
Application question(s):

Do you have transport to access 3 locations within the group?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 26/05/2025
Expected start date: 02/06/2025