Job Description:
Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef
Waverley Grange Care Home, 43 Waverley Lane, Farnham GU9 8BH
CQC rating: Good
Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.8 / 10)
Salary : £14.09 - £15.59 per hour. Depending on experience.
Perm contract
Shift - 7:10 am - 5:30pm, alternate weekends
£1000 Welcome bonus*
Waverley Grange offers round-the-clock care for people who require nursing, residential, respite care as well as care for people living with Parkinson's.
Voted one of the UK’s top 100 luxury care homes 2021 and featured in the prestigious annual 'UK Luxury Care Home Guide', Waverley Grange allows residents to retain independence while enjoying a vibrant social atmosphere.
Residents can curl up in the library, have a manicure in the salon, or watch a classic on the big screen. There is even a chapel and a café.
The gardens are perfect for a stroll, perhaps to visit the chickens. There is an allotment where residents can grow produce or relax on the patio when the sun is out.
The friendly team work together to make sure everyone’s stay is as comfortable as possible, whether that’s for a few days of respite or longer term.
There’s a real focus on looking after each resident’s wellbeing, including support for their physical, mental and spiritual needs.
Enjoyable mealtimes, lots to do and plenty of opportunities to socialise make this a very special place to be. Friends and family are always welcome to pop in for a catch-up or to join in with whatever’s going on.
The team of activity coordinators plan a varied and interesting programme. There is something for everyone, including those who are less mobile.
The staff work to discover what residents enjoy doing and the home's social calendar is organised around those interests. From pets therapy, music and gentle exercise to visiting performers there is lots going on and anyone is welcome to pop in and join in, whether a friend, relative or loved one.
We make health happen
Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.
Our fantastic Kitchen Team are the magic behind each delicious dish we serve our guests. They are passionate about all things food and take great pride in each dish they prepare. We are looking for an equally passionate Assistant Chef to join the team and help deliver an excellent dining experience for our residents.
You’ll help us make health happen by:
Using your passion for cooking and fresh ingredients to create varied and nutritional menus in line with dietary needs and preferences of our residents
Putting forward ideas to deliver an excellent dining experience, helping our residents to feel at home
Training and managing the kitchen team in prepping, cooking and serving of food
Adhering to COSHH and HACCP guidelines, company policies and procedures, budgets, managing orders and deliveries
Catering for special events or seasonal activities, such as summer fetes, Christmas parties and birthdays (as required)
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.
Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:
My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350
Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes
28 days holiday
We offer a sick pay scheme to our frontline teams, as an addition to statutory sick pay, to help provide some reassurance and financial support…