Location: Greater Manchester | Flexible Shifts
Are you an experienced chef who takes pride in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for others? We’re looking for a skilled Agency Chef to support care homes and care settings across Greater Manchester.
You’ll bring your culinary expertise, compassion, and adaptability to create delicious, well-balanced meals that meet residents’ individual needs and enhance their wellbeing.
What You’ll Do:
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Prepare and serve a range of fresh, nutritious meals aligned with residents’ care plans.
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Follow IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) guidelines when preparing textured-modified diets.
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Cater for special dietary requirements, allergies, and medical conditions.
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Ensure the highest standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen organisation.
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Adapt quickly to new environments and work collaboratively with care teams.
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven experience as a chef or cook in care homes or healthcare settings.
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Strong knowledge of IDDSI standards, nutrition, and elderly dietary needs.
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Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certification (essential).
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Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills.
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Flexible and able to travel across multiple locations.
Why Join Us:
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Competitive pay rates.
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Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
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Variety of assignments across care homes and healthcare environments.
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Supportive team and ongoing opportunities for development