Chef - Required for Eccleshare Court Care & Nursing Home, Lincoln LN6
Join our beautiful home, part of The Country Court Family, as a Chef. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help us create a warm, family atmosphere and deliver exceptional meals to our residents.
Hours: 30 hours per week, working weekends on rota (Shift Times: 07:30-18:30)
About Eccleshare Court
Eccleshare Court Nursing Home is a leading specialist dementia care home in Lincoln. We pride ourselves on a friendly, welcoming environment where laughter and good food are central to our residents' experience.
The Role
As a Chef, your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing high-quality meals for residents
* Supporting the Chef Manager in managing the catering team
* Promoting and monitoring food hygiene and safety standards, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring the kitchen is maintained to a high standard
* Managing the kitchen and staff in the absence of the Chef Manager
* Assisting with menu planning
About You
We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and passionate Chef who can support us in delivering a 5-star food experience. You should:
* Be friendly and approachable, with excellent communication skills
* Have experience working in catering environments
* Hold a valid food hygiene certificate
* Be passionate about producing high-quality food
* Possess a can-do attitude and take initiative
* Ideally hold City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering for the Hospitality Industry
* Have over 3 years’ experience as a Chef or in a similar role
Benefits
In return, you'll enjoy:
* 28 days holiday (FTE), including bank holidays
* Annual pay reviews, pension contributions, and enhanced bank holiday rates
* Supportive induction, ongoing training, and nationally recognized qualifications
* Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme
* Pension contributions and access to the Blue Light Discount Card
* Annual Staff Awards celebrating our staff
*Terms and conditions apply.
Click the Apply Button Now! If this role interests you, we look forward to hearing from you.
Additional Information
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and provide proof if successful. We are not accepting overseas applications for sponsorship. Experience may include roles such as Chef, Cook, Restaurant Chef, Sous Chef, Personal Chef, or Executive Chef.
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