Chef
Exmouth House, Exmouth
Very Competitive Salary | Permanent Role | Various Shifts Available
Love cooking, but ready for better hours and a better work-life balance?
Join Exmouth House, Amica Care's care home situated in picturesque Devon and enjoy a rewarding catering role where your food genuinely makes a difference every day.
Forget late nights, unpredictable hours and the pressures of traditional hospitality. Here, you'll prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents in their own home, helping to create enjoyable dining experiences that support health, wellbeing and happiness.
Why make the move?
- No late evenings
- Permanent, secure employment
- Regular, reliable hours
- Work alongside an experienced Head Chef
- Build meaningful relationships with residents
- Make a genuine difference every day
- Be part of a brand-new team from the very beginning
The Role
Working as part of our catering team, you'll prepare and cook delicious, nutritious meals tailored to residents' individual needs and preferences, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation.
You'll support menu development, seasonal events and special occasions, helping to ensure every mealtime is something residents look forward to.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience as a Chef or Cook
- Holds a catering qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2 or above)
- Has a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable)
- Takes pride in producing quality food
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Has a caring, customer-focused approach
Experience within care or healthcare is welcome but not essential.
Why Amica Care?
As a values-led charity, we offer:
- Competitive pay
- Training and development opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
- Early access wage scheme
- £200 Refer a Friend bonus
- Friendly, supportive team culture
Make every meal matter. Enjoy a better work-life balance. Be part of something special from day one.
Closing date: 8 October 2026
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date and therefore encourage early applications.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Amica Care is a Disability Confident Employer.
Amica Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Chef in Exmouth employer: Amicacare
Amica Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing of both its residents and staff. With a strong commitment to employee growth through comprehensive training and development, alongside competitive benefits like pension schemes and subsidised meals, we foster a friendly and supportive work culture in Plymouth. Join us to not only make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents but also to advance your career in a nurturing environment.
