Chef - Care Home

Pay: £14 - £15.67 per hour dependent on experience

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off

Working Hours: 7:30am – 5:30pm

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and creative Chef to join our care home team, preparing delicious, nutritious and home-cooked meals for our 28 residents.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who takes pride in their cooking, enjoys baking and has a genuine interest in making a positive difference to residents’ daily lives. You will have the opportunity to showcase your creativity through special occasions, including afternoon tea events, parties and themed celebrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfasts, lunches, teas and snacks for 28 residents.
• Maintain the home’s 5-star Food Hygiene rating by following all relevant food safety and hygiene standards.
• Keep the kitchen clean, tidy and organised, ensuring all cleaning duties are completed at the end of each shift.
• Maintain accurate kitchen paperwork and essential food safety records.
• Complete weekly online food orders and ensure ingredients and supplies are available.
• Prepare creative baked goods and treats for special events, including High Tea afternoons, parties and themed occasions.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of nutrition and the importance of providing balanced, appealing meals.
• Work independently while collaborating with the wider team to provide an excellent dining experience for residents.
• Complete all required annual mandatory training.

Requirements

• An appropriate catering qualification.
• A minimum of a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Previous experience in a similar catering or chef role is preferred.
• A good understanding of food hygiene, safety and nutrition.
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload and maintain high standards.
• A passion for cooking and baking, with a creative approach to menu preparation and special events.
• A friendly, personable approach and a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older people.
• A fully registered online DBS.
• Willingness to complete the Safer Food, Better Business certificate.
• Your own transport is essential due to the rural location.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week.
• 7:30am – 5:30pm.
• Four days on, followed by four days off, on a rolling rota.
• Flexibility to work weekends and some bank holidays is required.

Salary and Benefits

• £14 - £15.67 per hour dependent on experience
• A consistent 4-on, 4-off rolling shift pattern.
• The opportunity to use your culinary creativity and baking skills to make a real difference to residents everyday lives.

If you are a dedicated Chef who enjoys preparing nutritious meals, creating delicious homemade treats and bringing people together through food, we would love to hear from you!