What’s in it for you
?
1. No late nights
2. Opportunity to buy more annual leave
3. Discounts on Vodafone, Vauxhall Cars and Hotel stays across the UK
4. Gym and health club discounts
5. Medicash Healthcare cash plans
6. 37 hours over 4 days (Sunday-Wednesday) with flexibility to cover sickness and holidays
Key Responsibilities:
As a Chef, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality meals for around 100 residents in this site near Torquay:
7. Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals tailored to residents’ needs
8. Cater for special diets, including modified textures in line with IDDSI guidelines
9. Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
10. Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets effectively
11. Work closely with care teams to meet individual preferences
12. Supervise kitchen staff and ensure compliance with all regulations
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for a reliable and compassionate Chef who brings:
13. Experience in catering, ideally within a care or healthcare setting
14. Good understanding of nutrition, particularly for elderly residents
15. Knowledge of special diets, including allergies and IDDSI standards
16. Strong food hygiene and safety knowledge (HACCP)
17. Ability to plan menus and manage budgets efficiently
18. Confidence in supervising and supporting a team
19. Preferably local to Torquay
If you’re looking for your next step as a Chef in Newton Abbot, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a rewarding environment near Exeter where your skills as a Chef make a real difference to the lives of around 100 residents. Apply now to take the next step in your career in Newton Abbot.
Job Number │ 935484
Location │ Newton Abbot
Role │ Chef
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.