Posted: 22h ago
The role
Job Description
Care Home Chef
Welwyn Garden City (AL7)
Salary: £28,080 per annum
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef to join a friendly and professional care home in Welwyn Garden City (AL7).
This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who is passionate about providing nutritious, home-cooked meals and understands the important role food plays in residents' health, wellbeing and quality of life.
Main Responsibilities
- Preparing and cooking high-quality meals for residents
- Catering for a range of dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements
- Ensuring all meals are presented to a high standard
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards
- Managing stock rotation and assisting with ordering supplies
- Completing food safety and compliance records
- Working closely with care staff to meet residents' individual needs
- Ensuring all Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and COSHH procedures are followed
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook within a care home environment
- Good understanding of specialist diets and nutritional requirements for older people
- Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to update)
- Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance procedures
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen
- Reliable, organised and professional approach to work
Personal Qualities
- Caring and compassionate attitude
- Passion for producing fresh, nutritious meals
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents and colleagues
- Flexible and dependable approach
What's on Offer?
- £28,080 per annum
- Permanent opportunity
- Supportive working environment
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives
- Ongoing training and development
If you have previous care home chef experience and are looking for a rewarding role where your cooking can have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for more information.
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