About the job
Job Description
About the Role
The Household Catering Lead is vital to our culinary team, reporting directly to the Bistro and Catering Manager (BCM). In this role, you will craft delicious recipes tailored to the specific dietary needs of our residents within the Village.
Delivering exceptional meals is crucial as it contributes significantly to our residents' daily experiences. You will ensure that all meals are nutritious, flavorful, and visually appealing, fostering an environment where residents look forward to home-cooked meals. Your responsibilities include:
- Adhering to health and safety regulations and food hygiene protocols as per environmental health standards and Belong's policies.
- Completing all household HACCP records diligently.
- Implementing best practices to prevent malnutrition and dehydration, based on dietary advice from professionals.
- Monitoring service quality in the household kitchens to uphold our high standards.
- Possessing essential knowledge of SALT and dysphagia.
About You
You should possess a genuine passion for food, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. Your leadership skills will be vital as you train, support, and motivate your team. You will adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines, ensuring a well-run and safe department. Level 2/3 Catering qualifications are preferred.
If you have experience in catering and are eager to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!
Salary: £13.60 per hour
Hours: 30 hours per week
Work Schedule: Days and every other weekend
Note: We welcome applications from eligible candidates; however, we regret that we cannot sponsor overseas staff.
As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. You can review the code of conduct here.

