At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious, nutritious meals and enhance residents' dining experiences.
- Company: Join a caring team in a well-established care home.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, annual reviews, training, and generous leave.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for growth and recognition.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through your cooking.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Chef, Food Hygiene Certificate, and a passion for quality food.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Quest Employment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and passionate
Chef to join a well-established care home team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled chef who is committed to delivering high-quality meals and creating an exceptional dining experience for residents.
If you enjoy working in a rewarding environment where your cooking can make a real difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As Chef, you will play a key role in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Your responsibilities will include: Preparing and cooking high-quality meals for residents.
Supporting the Chef Manager with the day-to-day management of the catering team.
Promoting and maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards.
Carrying out risk assessments and ensuring the kitchen is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.
Taking responsibility for the kitchen and catering team in the Chef Manager's absence.
Assisting with menu planning and ensuring meals meet residents' dietary requirements and preferences.
Helping to provide an outstanding dining experience for residents every day.
About You
We're looking for an experienced, proactive and enthusiastic Chef who is passionate about producing quality food and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
To be successful, you will have: Previous experience as a Chef within a catering, hospitality or care environment.
A valid Food Hygiene Certificate.
City & Guilds 706/1 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering/Hospitality (or equivalent).
Ideally, at least 3 years' experience in a similar Chef role.
A genuine passion for preparing fresh, nutritious, high-quality food.
A positive, can-do attitude with excellent organisational skills.
The ability to work independently, use your initiative and take responsibility when required.
A friendly and approachable manner, as you'll regularly interact with residents, visitors and colleagues.
What's in it for You?
Our client offers an excellent working environment along with a competitive benefits package, including: Annual pay reviews.
Comprehensive induction training and ongoing development opportunities.
Access to nationally recognised qualifications.* Recommend a Friend bonus scheme.* Blue Light Card discounts.
Annual staff awards recognising outstanding achievements.
Company pension scheme.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
If you're looking for a rewarding Chef opportunity where you can make a genuine difference every day, apply today through
Quest Employment .
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