At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve delicious meals while ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.
- Company: Join HICA, a caring organisation dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, instant wage access, paid training, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Flexible day shifts with a balanced work-life schedule and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Be the sunshine in someone's life while advancing your culinary career.
- Qualifications: Relevant culinary qualification and experience in a kitchen environment required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Brighter days equal brighter futures-- Join HICA and be the sunshine in someone's life! We are looking for a committed Chef to join our team at Cranwell Court! As a chef, enjoy a day shift pattern that ensures a balanced work-life schedule, allowing you to excel in your culinary career while cherishing time at home.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. HICA does not offer sponsorship to Non-UK Nationals.
Pay and Hours: £14.01 an hour, 23.5 hours per week, working on a 7 day rota with alternate weekends.
The Role: You will:
- Prepare and serve food and drinks to our Service Users.
- Be aware of specific needs and preferences from our Service Users.
- Keep cleaning products safely stored as well as order cleaning products for the kitchen.
- Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen area is up to the highest standard.
- Use a person-centred approach towards our Service Users during meal times.
Who We Are Looking For:
- Holds a relevant qualification for this role (or equivalent).
- Previous experience working in a kitchen environment.
- Excellent knowledge of individual dietary needs.
- A good understanding of those with challenging behaviours.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
Rewards & Benefits: We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here's what you'll enjoy:
- Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly.
- Enjoy paid training provided by HICA's own in-house training academy.
- Car & Cycle Schemes - Spread MOT/repair costs & save up to £1,000 with Halfords.
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus - Earn £250-£2,000.
- Instant Recognition - Win vouchers for going above and beyond.
- Career Growth - Funded qualifications & clear progression.
- Monthly Lottery - Big cash prizes.
- Exclusive Discounts - Retail, supermarkets, holidays & more.
- Fitness Perks - Gym discounts & free workouts.
- Smart Savings & Loans - Affordable finance options.
- Health Plans - Discounted hospital & death benefit cover.
- Wellbeing Support - Free counselling & 24/7 EAP.
- Free Parking - Hassle-free parking at work.
About us: Cranwell Court is a modern care home featuring 58 beds, thoughtfully divided into a 17-bed enhanced dementia unit and a 41-bed residential development. Located on Cambridge Road in Grimsby and set within its own beautifully landscaped grounds, Cranwell Court offers a range of spacious, self-contained apartments equipped with kitchen and bathroom facilities, giving residents the comfort of their own front door and private space.
HICA is proud to be a Veterans Friendly Framework (VFF) accredited organisation and is committed to the Armed Forces Covenant and its values. We will continue to develop recruitment pathways that attract and support members of the Armed Forces community, and we actively encourage applications from those who have served in the Armed Forces, as well as partners of veterans.
The HICA Group are a 'Not for Profit' organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community.
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Chef in Lincoln employer: HICA
At HICA, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and compassionate employer, dedicated to the wellbeing and development of our team members. Located in Grimsby, our Homecare Office Team Leader role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, career progression, and access to wellbeing support. Join us to be part of an organisation that values your contributions and invests in your future.
