Assistant Chef - Care Home - Cambridge

The Evolve Group; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Company benefits

Job summary

The Evolve Group is seeking an Assistant Chef for a well-established care home in Cambridge. This full-time, permanent role involves preparing nutritious meals, maintaining high food safety standards, and working with a supportive team alongside the Head Chef.

60 hours per fortnight? Not stated.Hours: 40 Hours Per Week with a salary of £30,160 per annum. IDDSI training and food hygiene knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a kitchen environment.
• Experience within a care home or healthcare setting is desirable.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety.
• IDDSI training and texture modified food preparation is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and service of meals.
• Supporting with menu preparation, including special dietary requirements.
• Preparing texture modified meals in line with IDDSI guidelines.
• Ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and suitable for residents with swallowing difficulties.
• Maintaining food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in line with HACCP guidelines.
• Assisting with deliveries, stock rotation, and storage of food.
• Ensuring all kitchen equipment and work areas are kept clean and organised.
• Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth running of the kitchen.
• Completing temperature checks and kitchen records where required.
• Working closely with the wider team to ensure residents receive an excellent dining experience.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Care home experience

Food safety knowledge

Team player

IDDSI training

Education

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We are currently looking for an Assistant Chef to join the kitchen team within a well-established care home in Cambridge.

This is a full-time, permanent position and would suit someone with previous kitchen experience who enjoys preparing good quality food and working as part of a supportive team. Experience within a care home or healthcare setting would be beneficial, although candidates from other catering backgrounds will also be considered.

Working alongside the Head Chef, you will help prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals for residents while ensuring high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and presentation are maintained at all times.

Assistant Chef

Location: Cambridge

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week

Salary: £30,160 Per Annum

Main Duties

• Assisting with the preparation and service of meals
• Supporting with menu preparation, including special dietary requirements
• Preparing texture modified meals in line with IDDSI guidelines
• Ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and suitable for residents with swallowing difficulties or specialist dietary needs
• Maintaining food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in line with HACCP guidelines
• Assisting with deliveries, stock rotation, and storage of food
• Ensuring all kitchen equipment and work areas are kept clean and organised
• Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth running of the kitchen
• Completing temperature checks and kitchen records where required
• Working closely with the wider team to ensure residents receive an excellent dining experience

Requirements

• Previous experience working within a kitchen environment
• Experience within a care home or healthcare setting is desirable
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety
• IDDSI training and experience preparing texture modified food is essential
• Understanding of the importance of preparing meals safely for residents with dysphagia and other swallowing difficulties
• Reliable and able to work well within a team
• Organised and able to work in a busy environment
• Food Hygiene certificate desirable

Why IDDSI & Texture Modified Food Training is Important

Residents within care settings may require texture modified diets due to medical conditions that affect swallowing and eating safely. Knowledge of IDDSI guidelines and texture modified food preparation is essential to ensure meals are prepared to the correct consistency, reducing the risk of choking and supporting residents’ health, nutrition, dignity, and overall wellbeing.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent, full-time role
• Salary of £30,160 per annum
• Supportive working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme and company benefits

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a stable and rewarding role within a friendly care home environment.