Job Description
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.
Key Responsibilities:
* 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
What We Offer:
* 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!