Responsibilities
* Preparing and serving balanced, home‑cooked meals with variety and choice.
* Maintaining consistently high standards in food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
* Managing stock, food orders, and expenditure within budget.
* Supervising the Kitchen Assistant and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
* Engaging with residents to review satisfaction and gather feedback on meals.
* Ensuring compliance with CareTech policies, food safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.
Qualifications
* Experience in catering or a similar role (desirable but not essential – full training provided).
* Ability to follow instructions with attention to detail and minimal supervision.
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and care.
* A respectful and caring attitude towards residents.
The CareTech Group, established in 1994, is one of the UK's largest providers of specialist social care services, supporting over 5,000 adults across 300+ services nationwide. We are proud to be a "Disability Confident Leader" employer, committed to delivering outstanding care and empowering people to live fulfilling lives.
Benefits
* £250 Recommend a Friend Bonus
* Up to 28 days holiday
* Free DBS check
* Stakeholder pension scheme
* Free on‑site parking
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Access to a wide range of free online courses for personal and career development
* Annual Employee Awards Evening & Recognition Schemes
* CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends
Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure (provided by the employer). Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7‑10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies.
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