Chef Manager Balbriggan

Moorehall Lodge Balbriggan, is a purpose-built nursing home located on Bath Road, Co. Dublin. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. This is achieved this by living our core company values in relation to communication, respecting residents’ rights, choice and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners. It is our mission to ensure that residents feel valued and loved within their homes. Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse and caring colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our residents. Our core company values: Communication | Privacy, Respect & Dignity| Choice | Independence | Individuality | Rights | Community Partnership Moorehall Lodge Balbriggan, (part of the Virtue Integrated Elder Care Group), provides a positive living experience for people in a place they can flourish and call home. We are delighted to invite suitable candidates to apply for a permanent full-time Chef Manager to join Moorehall Lodge Balbriggan, to co-ordinate the day-to-day catering operation, maintaining high standards of food and service.. The ideal candidate will be flexible and have the ability to work weekdays and weekends as required.  What we offer?Excellent pay ratesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeReferral ProgrammeCareer Progression opportunitiesFree ongoing training and developmentFree on site parkingBike to work scheme Duties Include (but are not limited to):Ensure that the highest standard of food quality, Nutrition, presentation and service are achieved and maintained at all timesEnsure regular monitoring of menus for variety and cost and to provide innovative ideas for menu planningHave experience and knowledge in relation to modified DietsThe performance of any reasonable task which assists with the efficient operation of the unit Desired Skills:A passion for service and qualityGood people management skillsFlexibility and ability to work on own initiativeResponsibility of stock managementProfessionalism and the ability to communicate appropriately at all levels of the businessHands-on operator with the ability to lead by example through operational excellenceAn excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene including HACCP Level 2 Qualification / Experience:Degree or Qualification in: Food Production / Culinary Arts and / or operational experience in: Working in a Nursing Home or Healthcare Environment is preferable. Moorehall Lodge Balbriggan is an equal opportunities employer.