Assistant Chef Assistant Chef

HC-One Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sheffield is seeking an Assistant Chef to support the First Chef and ensure resident wellbeing through nutritious meal preparations. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and a strong understanding of food safety protocols. Responsibilities include managing kitchen stock, coaching colleagues, and maintaining high operating standards in a compassionate and inclusive environment. Competitive hourly rate and excellent benefits offered.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during long shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Financial well-being access via Wagestream

Learning and development support

Online GP consultations

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme up to £1,000

Qualifications

• At least a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is mandatory.
• A great understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points is essential.
• Ability to communicate with residents and colleagues with genuine consideration.

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve nutritious meals that residents will love.
• Support the First Chef and act as their lead in their absence.
• Manage kitchen stock, plan budgets, and optimise resource utilisation.
• Co-coach and supervise colleagues, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead kitchen cleaning activities and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

Organization

Communication skills

Ability to work within budget constraints

Job description

HC-One are looking for an Assistant Chef with at least a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and a great understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points. Beyond the technical skills, we value brilliant, positive energy and a natural ability to get along with others. Organization, meeting deadlines, presenting food attractively, following recipes perfectly and communicating with residents and colleagues with genuine consideration are essential. In this role you will provide outstanding support to the First Chef, take charge in their absence, manage food stock, work within budget constraints, coach colleagues and supervise kitchen clean‑up – all while keeping resident wellbeing at the forefront. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility: recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect, attend appropriate training, seek advice, report concerns and, if action is not taken, escalates them.

Key Responsibilities

• Cook and serve nutritious, healthy meals that residents will love.
• Support the First Chef and act as their lead in their absence.
• Manage kitchen stock, plan budgets and optimise utilisation of resources.
• Co‑coach and supervise colleagues, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead kitchen cleaning activities and maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
• Apply safeguarding knowledge, recognise potential risks and report appropriately.

Key Qualities – HC‑One Way

• We are curious – asking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionate – walking in the shoes of others.
• We are creative – finding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageous – supporting residents to live the life they choose.
• We are dependable – people can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly rate: £12.92 – £13.27 per hour (subject to experience and qualifications).

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• During an eight‑hour shift or longer, a nutritious meal will be available
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – financial well‑being and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – a service providing around‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app (available to you and your children under 16)
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1,600 high‑street discounts, including carefully selected partners
• Well‑being – free access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, providing 24/7/365 support for a range of issues
• Excellent recognition schemes, such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• An attractive ‘refer a friend’ scheme of up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time‑limited visa.