Our brand-new home in Harpenden is thriving and filling up fast—now we’re excited to grow our amazing team even further!
Are you a skilled and passionate Chef ready to take the next step in your culinary career? We’re looking for a creative, detail‑driven professional to join our team and deliver exceptional dining experiences. With at least two years of catering experience, strong communication skills, and solid knowledge of food regulations, therapeutic diets, and textured diets, you’ll thrive in our supportive and structured environment. If you’re committed to high standards, enjoy crafting nutritious and delicious meals, and want a role where your talent truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
We offersome excellent rewards and benefitsincluding:
- Weoffer all team members 1 freemeal per shift.
- EnhancedBankHoliday pay.
- Uniformprovided.
- IncreasedAnnual Leave entitlement - team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
- Cycleto Work scheme – why not save money on commuting costs and improve yourhealth at the same time.
- MilestoneBirthdays - get EXTRA time off to celebratethat special birthday.
- Companysickpay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
- Refera FriendScheme for successfulreferrals- for allpermanentroles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
- Recognitionand staff appreciation initiatives.
- Longservice awards.
- HealthCash Plan (subject to T&Cs).
- Deathin Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).
And much more……….
Location: Harpenden Springs, 22-24 Grove Road, Harpenden AL5 1PX
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: 15.53
Contract: Full-time
Shift: Days
As a Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the HeadChef with the day‑to‑day management of our fast‑paced, state‑of‑the‑artkitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef and our fantastic kitchen team,you’ll help deliver dishes of the highest standard while ensuring everyresident receives an exceptional dining experience. This role also offers a great opportunity for personal development and career progression within asupportive and dynamic environment.
What you will be doing:
- Deliveringan excellent food service at all times.
- Followingcare and support plans to meet the specific nutritional needs of eachresident.
- Preparingnutritious snacks as requested by the General Manager.
- Ensuringall prepared food is high‑quality, flavoursome, and beautifully presented.
- Collaboratingclosely with the Head Chef to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
- Managingstock control, including ordering and replenishment.
What you need to succeed:
- Strongcommunication skills.
- Ideally,a minimum of 2 years’ catering experience.
- Awarenessof relevant food regulations and standards.
- Knowledgeof therapeutic and textured diets (advantageous).
- Provenexperience delivering a high‑quality catering service.
- Abilityto follow a structured menu while bringing creativity to your dishes.
“Our mission”is to provide exceptional homes forpeople to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.
- Family
- Integrity
- Respect
- Exceptional
- Sustainable
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Chef employer: Harpenden Springs-Catering
At Oakland Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values creativity and dedication in the culinary arts. Our supportive work culture fosters personal growth and career progression, with benefits such as enhanced annual leave, milestone birthday time off, and a Health Cash Plan, all designed to ensure our team members feel appreciated and motivated. Located in the beautiful Harpenden Springs, our state-of-the-art kitchen offers a dynamic environment where your culinary talents can truly shine and make a difference in the lives of our residents.
Contact Details:
Harpenden Springs-Catering Recruitment Team
