Job Description
Chef Care Home
Salary: 29000 p/a
40 hours per week (including some weekends)
Our client a wellrespected luxury care home is seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in the culinary sector particularly within a care home environment who takes pride in delivering nutritious and delicious meals tailored to residents needs.
As a Chef you will play a key role in providing highquality meals that cater to a range of dietary requirements allergies and food textures. Working closely with the wider team they will ensure that every meal is prepared to the highest standard while creating a warm and inviting dining experience for residents.
What Were Looking For:
- Previous experience as a Chef ideally within a care home or similar setting.
- Strong knowledge of different diets allergens and food textures.
- A recognised food qualification (e.g. Food Hygiene Certificate NVQ in Professional Cookery or equivalent).
- A passion for delivering highquality nutritious meals tailored to individual needs.
- Excellent teamwork organisation and communication skills.
Why Join
- Comprehensive training and induction programme.
- Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
- Blue Light Card Scheme offering discounts and perks.
- Paid breaks during shifts.
- Enhanced rates for bank holidays.
- Fully funded DBS check.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook nutritious meals in line with residents dietary requirements preferences and health needs.
- Adapt menus for allergies intolerances and texturemodified diets.
- Ensure food is presented to a high standard while maintaining flavour and variety.
- Follow all food hygiene and safety regulations ensuring compliance with current legislation.
- Work efficiently within the kitchen team maintaining a clean and organised work environment.
- Support menu planning and stock control to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.
- Engage with residents to understand their preferences and enhance their dining experience.
Reference: WILL122407/AP
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