Bank Chef - Letchworth Garden City

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals that meet the dietary needs of residents.
• Plan menus with the Head Chef, ensuring balanced nutrition and optimal use of fresh ingredients.
• Manage day‑to‑day kitchen operations, controlling food production within budget while maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate records of food supplies, monitor freezer and fridge temperatures, and ensure food safety and quality.
• Rotate stock, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as required.
• Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned, stored properly, and oversee overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706 “1 & 2” or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Team‑player attitude, capable of working effectively within a team.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with team members and residents’ dietary needs.
• Initiative and ability to work independently, taking the lead when the Head Chef is unavailable.

Experience

• Specialised food preparation for the specific needs of care home residents.
• Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential.

You\’ll be joining a values‑led care home that is part of the Care Concern Group, a family‑owned provider with over 130 care homes across the UK. We are expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high‑quality care and support to residents in a growing and supportive environment.

We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

Benefits & Compensation

• Bank salary: £14.56 per hour (days, banked).
• Pension scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Paid DBS check.
• Uniform provided.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full‑time contract).
• Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities.
• Positive, welcoming workplace culture where your contribution truly matters.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• In‑house training and nationally recognised qualifications to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative team dedicated to delivering outstanding care.