At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious homemade meals and ensure a top-notch dining experience for our residents.
- Company: Join a modern Retirement Village dedicated to enhancing lives in Milton Keynes.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days annual leave, gym access, and a competitive salary of £14.78 per hour.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for career growth and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Experience in a similar role and ideally qualified to QFC/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
Are you a passionate and committed Chef seeking a better work-life balance? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Chef to join us at our modern Retirement Village, based at Lovat Fields, Milton Keynes. You will provide an excellent quality dining experience for residents and in return will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
- 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
- Attendance Reward
- Free Life Insurance
- Buy And Sell Holiday
- Cycle2work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
The role:
- Hours: 30 hours per week - including some evenings and weekends
- Salary: £14.78 ph
- Location: Lovat Fields, Japonica Lane, Milton Keynes, MK15 9ED
Here at ExtraCare we offer our residents access to outstanding retirement villages, promoting care and lifestyle opportunities that truly do create ‘better lives for older people’. We are committed to offering fulfilling and worthwhile careers to all our staff – enabling you to deliver the quality of service we promise.
What will you do as our Chef?
- Be responsible for providing homemade traditional meals
- Offer residents an excellent choice of meals which provide good nutritional value
- Assist with other kitchen duties and ensure HACCP is followed
- Ensure the menus are prepared within budget
Our ideal Chef will:
- Have experience of working in a similar environment
- Ideally be qualified to QFC / NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
- Possess high kitchen standards
This Chef role will be subject to satisfactory DBS check, references and Home Office right to work clearance. Extracare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Chef in London employer: The Extracare Charitable Trust t/a Extracare Ltd
At ExtraCare, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises your well-being and professional growth. As a Chef at our modern Retirement Village in Milton Keynes, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits including 33 days annual leave, and opportunities for personal development while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values quality service and promotes a fulfilling work-life balance.
Contact Details:
The Extracare Charitable Trust t/a Extracare Ltd Recruitment Team
