£14.60 per hour (depending on experience) | Permanent | 12-hour shifts | No late nights
Location: Stone, Staffordshire
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Salary: £14.60 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time | 12-hour shifts | 7-day rota About the Role
Rutherford Care, the healthcare division of the Rutherford Chase Group, is recruiting a Chef to join a well-established care home in Stone. This position offers stable, long-term employment in a structured kitchen environment, more aligned to care home or school catering than a fast-paced restaurant.
Working Pattern
* Rota-based across 7 days (including weekends)
* Typically 35 shifts per week
* 12-hour shifts (e.g. 7am7pm)
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook meals tailored to residents dietary needs
* Plan menus and manage weekly food ordering
* Maintain kitchen records (temperature logs, cleaning schedules, etc.)
* Ensure compliance with COSHH, Environmental Health, and Health & Safety
* Support all kitchen duties, including washing up when required
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Chef (care home, school, or contract catering preferred)
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* Strong knowledge of food hygiene, COSHH, and H&S regulations
* Confident managing kitchen compliance and paperwork
* Hands-on, reliable, and flexible approach
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
Whats on Offer
* Permanent, full-time role
* Consistent hours and structured working environment
* No late-night shifts
* Immediate interviews available