We're Looking for a Chef!
Location: De Bruce Court, Hartlepool
Pay Rate: £13.74 p/h
Hours: 40 hours p/w, dayshift
Job Type: Permanent / On-site
Shift: 0830-1700
About the Role
Are you a passionate and experienced chef who takes pride in creating great food?
We're looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Chef to join our team and prepare nutritious, tasty meals for our residents.
This is more than just cooking - you'll help make mealtimes something residents can look forward to, while ensuring their dietary needs, preferences and wellbeing are always considered.
Your Key Duties
You will be responsible for:
- Preparing and cooking healthy, balanced and enjoyable meals
- Catering for dietary requirements, allergies, medical needs and individual preferences
- Planning meals and preparing food within agreed budgets
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and Health & Safety standards
- Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and safe
- Maintaining standards in line with EHO requirements
- Managing stock, ordering supplies and minimising food waste
- Using effective portion control and meal planning
- Working closely with care staff to make mealtimes a positive experience
- Supporting and guiding junior kitchen staff where required
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who has:
- At least 2 years' cooking or catering experience
- Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate - desirable, but not essential if you're willing to obtain one
- full driving licence and access to your own vehicle - essential
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and safe food preparation
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- friendly, patient and caring approach
- A professional attitude and pride in their work
- A genuine desire to make a difference to residents' daily lives
Why This Role?
- £13.74 per hour
- Full-time permanent position
- Day shifts
- No late finishes
- Make a genuine difference through food and mealtimes
- Work as part of a supportive team
Please note:
An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
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Contact Details:
Careline Lifestyles - De Bruce Court Recruitment Team
