We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Chef to join our award-winning care-home team. This isn’t catering-by-numbers, it’s about producing beautiful, nutritious food that genuinely makes a difference to people’s lives.
You’ll enjoy creative input over menus, freshly sourced ingredients, and the chance to work in a calm, professional kitchen with a supportive team, no split shifts, no late nights, and no last-minute chaos.
At £18 per hour, we’re offering one of the most competitive rates in the area, reflecting the professionalism and pride we expect in every plate served. You’ll take the lead on HACCP, allergen management, and EHO standards, supported by an excellent management and care team who value what you do.
If you’re a qualified chef looking for stability, respect, and the chance to cook with heart then this role is for you.
Understanding of dysphagia and the IDDSI framework is desirable, but full training will be provided.
Chef Responsibilities include:
* preparing good quality, nutritious meals according to the menu plan, including for specialist diets, including puree diet
* reducing waste
* completing written records
* adhering to food hygiene standards
* detailed understanding of allergens
The position is full time with more favourable hours that traditional 'Kitchen' roles. We ask staff members to cover every other weekend all of which is negotialble with the successful candidate
Salary description
£18.00 - £18.00 per hour