Care Home Chef

Care Home Chef - Residential Care SettingLocation: Cirencester | Salary: £14.41 per hourHours: 38 hours per week | Shifts: 7am-5pm or 8am-6pm | Alternate weekends

We are currently seeking a skilled and reliable Chef to join our dedicated kitchen team in a well-respected residential care home in Cirencester. This is a rewarding opportunity for a professional with experience in care home catering, passionate about providing nutritious, high-quality meals for older people.

• Prepare and cook well-balanced, nutritional meals for residents, including those with special dietary requirements

• Plan menus in line with nutritional guidelines and residents' preferences

• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with Health & Safety and CQC regulations

• Manage food stock levels, ordering, and rotation

• Ensure meals are presented in an appetising and appropriate manner

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in a care home, healthcare, or similar catering environment

• Understanding of nutrition and dietary needs of older people

• Food Hygiene Level 2 (minimum) - Level 3 preferred

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Knowledge of allergen management and special diets

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.41 per hour

• Permanent, secure role with 38 hours per week

• Consistent shift pattern: 7am-5pm or 8am-6pm, including alternate weekends

• Training and development opportunities

If you're a Chef who takes pride in creating food that supports the health and wellbeing of older people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!