Chef
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: CHEF.
The ideal candidate will have experience working as a chef in a similar organisation and has a full understanding of EHO, HACCP and The Health Act 2007 Regulations as they effect the catering department.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To promote through high standards of work, an environment that focuses on and manages the nutritional requirements of the nursing home.
To ensure that everything we do reflects the privacy, dignity and respect of our residents and underpins all the basic values that contribute to an excellent quality of life.
To ensure that all areas of the kitchen & associated store rooms are kept in a safe and fit for purpose manner.
To ensure full compliance with the company internal audit and the Inspection team.
To maintain the kitchen areas in excellent condition on a year-round basis.
To maintain the dining areas on a year-round basis in a condition that allows them to serve as an amenity for our residents.
To liaise with all suppliers and providers and to ensure good value and service and quality of goods.
To be responsible for managing the kitchen budget and ensuring the highest quality of food stuffs is obtained for our Residents.
To participate in Resident feedback meetings to further Resident involvement in their home.
To promote healthy food options for Residents and staff.
To manage and prepare all modified dietary needs for our Residents in a thoughtful and attractive way to ensure accepted by Residents.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Head chef/Person in Charge & RPR
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To plan, prepare and cook meals as directed by the PIC in accordance with the needs and requirements of the residents.
To promote an environment that focuses on and manages the nutritional needs of the residents as well as providing food that delights the residents and meets their expectations.
To ensure the catering department meets all the various regulatory obligations and our own standards and policies.
To maintain the catering department and all its associated areas, in a pristine and hygienic manner and to ensure a tidy, warm, inviting and beautifully set dining room such as to enhance the dining experience for all residents including those not eating in the main dining rooms.
To manage the kitchen staff in a reasonable and respectful manner to ensure that all the necessary tasks of the department are met in a timely and efficient way.
To address errors and / or poor practice within the department in a timely manner – striving always to maintain and develop professional skills and work outcomes.
To ensure excellence in the presentation of food to enhance the dining experience as well as to promote excellent health and nutrition.
To ensure a well-stocked kitchen while being economic with resources so as to provide excellent quality food while staying within the agreed budgets.
To ensure that a ‘home-like’ environment and atmosphere is maintained where the resident is seen as the central figure in all decision making, ensuring that their right to individuality, privacy, dignity, independence and choice is maintained at all times.
To participate in announced/unannounced visits from the management team and HIQA Inspectors, HSA, environment health, fire authority.
Key Competencies
Quality Service
Adopts a Person-Centred approach and supports residents with dignity, care, and respect.
Understands, demonstrates, and respects the rights of all residents and families.
Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes.
Always complies with organisational policies and procedures.
Pre-empts the needs of the resident whilst always respecting their independence and right to choose.
Initiative & Innovation
Generates new ideas that have a positive impact on residents and the service.
Shows enthusiasm for trying new or alternative ways of working.
Explores a range of options and trying new ideas whilst keeping an open mind.
Demonstrates a proactive, motivated, can-do attitude.
Team & Collaborative Working
Contributes consistently and positively to team activities.
Is accepting of diverse values and beliefs.
Willing to help others, take on different tasks/roles accordingly to meet the needs of the team.
Expresses view and opinions in a professional manner and in the appropriate environment (i.e., team meetings)
Is responsive to the needs of team members and demonstrates empathy.
Balances listening to other ideas with sharing own thoughts.
Cognisant of the impact of behaviour to others.
Has the knowledge to identify and personally manage own workplace disagreements at an early stage and know when to seek support from Management.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Communicates openly and honestly.
Shows tact and sensitivity when dealing with delicate or sensitive issues.
Demonstrates patience when dealing with others.
Draws on a variety of communication methods to fit the situation or persons cognitive/hearing abilities.
Communicates effectively in English language, written and spoken, as appropriate to
the job requirements.
Demonstrates positive body language.
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Makes timely, intuitive decisions to achieve successful outcome.
Identifies and uses appropriate sources of information when making decisions.
Demonstrates common sense when dealing with everyday issues that arise.
Knows when to ask for help and guidance from Management or colleagues
About the role
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To plan, prepare and cook meals as directed by the hEAD CHEF/PIC in accordance with the needs and requirements of the residents.
To promote an environment that focuses on and manages the nutritional needs of the residents as well as providing food that delights the residents and meets their expectations.
To ensure the catering department meets all the various regulatory obligations and our own standards and policies.
To maintain the catering department and all its associated areas, in a pristine and hygienic manner and to ensure a tidy, warm, inviting and beautifully set dining room such as to enhance the dining experience for all residents including those not eating in the main dining rooms.
To manage the kitchen staff in a reasonable and respectful manner to ensure that all the necessary tasks of the department are met in a timely and efficient way.
To address errors and / or poor practice within the department in a timely manner – striving always to maintain and develop professional skills and work outcomes.
To ensure excellence in the presentation of food to enhance the dining experience as well as to promote excellent health and nutrition.
To ensure a well-stocked kitchen while being economic with resources so as to provide excellent quality food while staying within the agreed budgets.
To ensure that a ‘home-like’ environment and atmosphere is maintained where the resident is seen as the central figure in all decision making, ensuring that their right to individuality, privacy, dignity, independence and choice is maintained at all times.
To participate in announced/unannounced visits from the management team and HIQA Inspectors, HSA, environment health, fire authority.
Key Competencies
Quality Service
Adopts a Person-Centred approach and supports residents with dignity, care, and respect.
Understands, demonstrates, and respects the rights of all residents and families.
Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes.
Always complies with organisational policies and procedures.
Pre-empts the needs of the resident whilst always respecting their independence and right to choose.
Initiative & Innovation
Generates new ideas that have a positive impact on residents and the service.
Shows enthusiasm for trying new or alternative ways of working.
Explores a range of options and trying new ideas whilst keeping an open mind.
Demonstrates a proactive, motivated, can-do attitude.
Team & Collaborative Working
Contributes consistently and positively to team activities.
Is accepting of diverse values and beliefs.
Willing to help others, take on different tasks/roles accordingly to meet the needs of the team.
Expresses view and opinions in a professional manner and in the appropriate environment (i.e., team meetings)
Is responsive to the needs of team members and demonstrates empathy.
Balances listening to other ideas with sharing own thoughts.
Cognisant of the impact of behaviour to others.
Has the knowledge to identify and personally manage own workplace disagreements at an early stage and know when to seek support from Management.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Communicates openly and honestly.
Shows tact and sensitivity when dealing with delicate or sensitive issues.
Demonstrates patience when dealing with others.
Draws on a variety of communication methods to fit the situation or persons cognitive/hearing abilities.
Communicates effectively in English language, written and spoken, as appropriate to
the job requirements.
Demonstrates positive body language.
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Makes timely, intuitive decisions to achieve successful outcome.
Identifies and uses appropriate sources of information when making decisions.
Demonstrates common sense when dealing with everyday issues that arise.
Knows when to ask for help and guidance from Management or colleagues
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Head Chef and the range of duties. Given the nature of the work involved, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the nursing home environment e.g., changes in duty/rotation of shifts etc. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically by the Person in Charge
Evergreen Care
Evergreen Care offers a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland’s communities. We currently have 12 homes in our group – all centered on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care. We offer many different types of care depending on individual needs – whether it’s a short stay to recover from an illness or a more long-term decision to make a new home with us. We understand the decision to move from your own home is an important one for you and your loved ones. Our specialist care team are here to offer guidance and support to make the transition a smooth and happy one.
To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.