Care home Chef

Job Description

Are you a passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to people's lives? We are looking for a dedicated and creative Chef to join our team and lead the kitchen in providing high-quality, nutritious, and appetizing meals for our residents.

In a care home setting, mealtimes are often the highlight of the day. You won't just be cooking; you’ll be ensuring our residents receive the care and dignity they deserve through excellent food service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook varied, balanced, and tasty meals tailored to the dietary needs of elderly residents.

• Manage specialized diets, including fortified meals, diabetic-friendly options, and texture-modified foods (IDDSI standards).

• Maintain the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety (HACCP), ensuring a 5-star food hygiene rating.

• Order stock, manage budgets, and minimize wastage while maintaining a high standard of ingredients.

• Engage with residents to gather feedback on menus and ensure their preferences are met.

Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience as a Chef, preferably within a healthcare, school, or residential care setting.

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery or Food Preparation (or equivalent).

• Compliance: Valid Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.

• Skills: Strong understanding of nutrition for the elderly and knowledge of modified textures.

• Attributes: A patient, empathetic nature and a "can-do" attitude.

• DBS: An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role (we can assist with this process).

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with weekend enhancements.

• Consistent, sociable hours (no late-night finishes!).

• Career progression opportunities within a supportive healthcare group.

Apply today to join a team that feels like family!