Care Home Chef
Location: Bournemouth
Pay: £15.00 - £23.00 per hour
About the Role
Our client is looking for a passionate and reliable Chef/Cook to join their team within a care home setting in BH2.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking fresh, nutritious meals and understands the importance food plays in residents' wellbeing and daily experience. You will be responsible for preparing a variety of meals to a high standard while ensuring all dietary requirements, food safety procedures and quality standards are met.
The ideal candidate will have previous catering experience, a good understanding of food hygiene, and take pride in creating meals that residents enjoy.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
- Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks in line with the service schedule.
- Cater for a range of dietary requirements, including allergies, diabetic diets, vegetarian, vegan and texture-modified meals.
- Ensure meals are presented well and meet residents' preferences wherever possible.
- Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation standards.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
- Complete daily food safety checks, including temperature monitoring and kitchen records.
- Follow HACCP procedures and ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations.
- Store food, ingredients and cleaning products safely and correctly.
- Follow all company policies relating to Health & Safety, infection control and safeguarding.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience working as a Chef, Cook or within a catering environment.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards.
- Experience preparing meals for larger groups or high-volume catering.
- Understanding of nutritional requirements for older people.
- Experience catering for specialist dietary needs and allergies.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively.
- The ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure.
INDHOS
Care Home Chef in Bournemouth employer: KPI Recruiting Ltd
KPI Recruiting is an exceptional employer for those looking to thrive in the Engineering and Manufacturing recruitment sector. With a strong focus on employee development, our supportive work culture fosters growth through structured training and mentorship opportunities, allowing you to take ownership of your desk while being backed by a successful £45m recruitment business. Located in Sutton, you'll benefit from a vibrant community and access to a diverse range of high-value clients, making this an ideal environment for ambitious recruiters seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
