Bank Chef- Northumberland Jane Percy House

Chapter 2; Odense; On-site; DKK 183,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Jane Percy House is seeking a flexible Bank Chef to join the kitchen team. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals, meeting dietary requirements, and maintaining high hygiene standards. You will cover across shifts, including weekends and holidays, ensuring meals are ready on time and presented well.

We value a kitchen professional with experience in care settings or hospitality, strong allergen awareness, and a collaborative team approach. Training in food safety is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking skills in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and allergens.
• Able to work in care settings or hospitality environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents and staff.
• Adapt menus for dietary and allergen needs.
• Follow recipes, portions, and quality standards.
• Assist with meal delivery and presentation at set times.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Ensure proper stock, storage, and documentation.
• Work with colleagues to provide a welcoming mealtime experience.

Skills

Cooking

Food Hygiene

Allergen Awareness

Care Setting Experience

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Our client is looking for a flexible and passionate Bank Chef to join the team at Jane Percy House in Northumberland.

This is an opportunity for someone who takes pride in preparing nutritious, appetising meals and enjoys creating a positive dining experience for residents. As a Bank Chef, you will provide valuable cover across the kitchen, supporting the team during periods of annual leave, sickness and increased demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious and appetising meals for residents, visitors and team members.

• Adapt menus and meals to meet individual dietary, nutritional, cultural and allergen requirements.

• Follow planned menus, recipes and portion guidance while maintaining a consistently high standard of food.

• Support the delivery of meals at agreed times and ensure food is presented attractively.

• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety throughout the kitchen.

• Complete relevant temperature checks, cleaning records and other kitchen documentation accurately.

• Ensure ingredients are stored correctly and monitor stock levels, quality and use‑by dates.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a welcoming and enjoyable mealtime experience.

• Keep kitchen areas, equipment and work surfaces clean, organised and safe.

• Provide flexible cover across a range of shifts, including weekends and bank holidays where required.

• Report any concerns relating to food quality, allergies, equipment or resident wellbeing promptly.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about cooking and providing high-quality food.

• Experienced in working in a professional kitchen, care setting, hospitality environment or similar.

• Knowledgeable about food hygiene, allergen awareness and safe food preparation.

• Comfortable preparing meals for people with a range of dietary requirements.

• Well organised, reliable and able to work calmly under pressure.

• A positive team member who communicates clearly and supports colleagues.

• Committed to treating residents with dignity, respect and kindness.

• Flexible and available to work bank shifts according to the needs of the service.

• Qualified in Food Safety or willing to complete the relevant training.

What You’ll Experience at Jane Percy House!

You’ll be part of a supportive team where the contribution you make matters. Every meal is an opportunity to support residents’ health, wellbeing and enjoyment.

• A Meaningful Role

  Make a genuine difference by preparing meals that support residents’ wellbeing and daily quality of life.

• Flexible Bank Work

  Enjoy the flexibility of bank shifts while supporting the kitchen team when your skills are needed.

• A Supportive Team

  Work alongside colleagues who value collaboration, respect and high standards of care.

• Personal Development

  Access training and opportunities to develop your kitchen, food safety and care-setting knowledge.

• Make Every Meal Matter

  Help create enjoyable mealtimes and a welcoming environment for residents and their visitors.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone belongs. Regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity, we value the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any recruitment or interview adjustments needed to support a smooth and comfortable experience.