At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious meals and a welcoming dining experience for our residents.
- Company: Join Viewpoint Care Homes, a supportive and caring environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 7 weeks paid holiday, free uniforms, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Great training opportunities and a chance to grow in your career.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives through your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering and a passion for nutrition and wellbeing.
The predicted salary is between 17446 - 27681 £ per year.
- Chef (3 positions) – Viewpoint Care Homes
- Department: Care Homes
- Role: Catering
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Posting date: 1 July 2026
- Employment hours: Full time – 1 x 34.5 hours per week, 2 x 38 hours per week
Salary: 34.5 hours per week (£ 26,174.46 – £ 27,681.42); 38 hours per week (£ 28,829.84 – £ 30,489.68)
- 7 weeks paid holiday per year, including public holidays
- Generous training opportunities
- Free uniforms
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life insurance (death in service benefit)
- Wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme)
- Blue light discount scheme
- Overview
We are looking for an experienced and passionate chef to join our catering team.
Responsibilities & Requirements
- Create a warm and welcoming dining experience for residents.
- Engage with residents and care colleagues.
- Ensure appetising and nutritious menus.
- Understand nutrition.
- Have a genuine interest in residents’ wellbeing.
- Understand and apply HACCP.
- Develop menus.
- Manage the kitchen in the Catering Manager’s absence.
- Work within budget and manage stock control.
- Hold NVQ/SVQ or equivalent, or be willing to undertake this training.
Apply now to join a supportive and rewarding team.
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Chef ( 3 positions) - Viewpoint Care Homes employer: Viewpoint
At Viewpoint Housing Association, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being and growth of our staff. With generous training opportunities, a contributory pension scheme, and a supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and compassion, we empower our Catering Manager to create meaningful dining experiences for our residents. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, our care homes offer a warm and welcoming environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of older people every day.
