At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team to create delicious meals for residents and staff.
- Company: Halsey House care home, part of a leading Armed Forces charity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, generous holiday, flexible hours, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with great career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of those who served our country.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 Cooking and experience in catering management required.
A new opportunity for a Chef to work in the kitchen at Halsey House care home. We have a 35 hour per week contract available with a work pattern of 5 over 7 days rota including weekend and bank holiday shifts. Salary £14.39 to £14.96 per hour (includes market supplement).
You will work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the home, maintaining a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors.
Educated to NVQ Level 3 Cooking or equivalent and an intermediate food hygiene certificate, you will have experience of catering management in a care home or similar environment for a large number of people and experience of catering to meet special dietary requirements. In addition, you will be an effective communicator and have experience of leading a team and the management of stock control.
Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential.
What we offer:
- 22 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility
- Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
- Flexible hours to suit your needs
- Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
- Free on-site parking
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. This role is on-site at the care home location, therefore, you will need to live within commutable distance of the care home.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Chef in Cromer employer: Royal British Legion
At Halsey House care home, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and personal growth. With flexible hours, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to employee development through various training courses, we ensure our staff feel valued and empowered. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve while enjoying competitive benefits and a welcoming environment.
