Assistant Chef - Care Home Kitchen Lead (Seasonal Menus)

Renaissance Care (Scotland); Forres; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

'Refer a Friend' Bonus Scheme

Rewards & Recognition Programme

Free learning and development

Paid PVG Check

Free uniform & PPE

Opportunities for progression

Continuous training and development to

Access to Blue Light Discount Card

Concert for Carers Membership

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Renaissance Care (Scotland) is seeking an Assistant Chef at Meadowlark Care Home in Forres. You will work with the head chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals for residents, including those with special dietary requirements, while supporting a kitchen team. Emphasis on hygiene, COSHH, HACCP, and infection control.

The role offers progression opportunities and a supportive benefits program aimed at staff wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen experience and staff supervision.
• Experience cooking for large groups and menu planning.
• Familiar with COSHH and HACCP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist head chef and lead kitchen team.
• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals and accommodate dietary needs.
• Maintain hygiene and infection control in the kitchen.
• Check kitchen equipment and report issues.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Staff supervision

Food preparation

Menu planning

Job description

Renaissance Care (Scotland) is seeking an Assistant Chef at Meadowlark Care Home in Forres. You will work with the head chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals for residents, including those with special dietary requirements, while supporting a kitchen team. Emphasis on hygiene, COSHH, HACCP, and infection control.

The role offers progression opportunities and a supportive benefits program aimed at staff wellbeing and development.