Chef

Job Details:

Reference: HCC619032
Salary Range: £30,859 - £33,951 per annum
Work Location: Swanwick Lodge, Southampton
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: 6 November 2024

The Role:

Swanwick Lodge is a specialist, secure residential home looking after up to ten children with complex attachment, mental health and behavioural needs. Rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in 2024 it provides a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for some of our most vulnerable young people.

This is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling role where you can support children recover from difficult life experiences. We are looking for a chef who is not only skilled in the kitchen but also passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

They should offer the provision of high-quality food and drink which meets the physical, emotional, health and social needs of the children in the home. The role is crucial in providing a stable and supportive environment for vulnerable children ensuring they receive nutritious meals that contribute to their overall well-being.

About You:

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping children. Emotionally intelligent and resilient, you will also need to be physically able to undertake the role and the training. Experience of working with children, young people or adults within a residential, secure or similar setting is an advantage but not essential.

You will be provided with all the training you need as well as our regular ongoing training and support to develop both your personal and professional skills.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience of working at Sous Chef level. They should possess excellent organisational and time-management skills, along with the ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing needs. A friendly, patient and approachable demeanour, coupled with a passion for great food.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Additional Information:

Chef
Job Description and Person Specification

Vetting Requirements:

This role requires a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note, we will take up references prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Chris Bailey, Business Manager on # #

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping children. Emotionally intelligent and resilient, you will also need to be physically able to undertake the role and the training. Experience of working with children, young people or adults within a residential, secure or similar setting is an advantage but not essential.

You will be provided with all the training you need as well as our regular ongoing training and support to develop both your personal and professional skills.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience of working at Sous Chef level. They should possess excellent organisational and time-management skills, along with the ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing needs. A friendly, patient and approachable demeanour, coupled with a passion for great food.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying., This role requires a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note, we will take up references prior to interview.