Assistant Chef — Fresh Food, Flexible Hours & Free Meals

Bupa; Foots Cray; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare

28 days holiday

Wagestream

Free meal on every shift

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Job summary

Bupa is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join the team at Abbotsleigh Mews care home, delivering nutritious meals and a warm dining experience for residents.

You will support menu planning, food preparation, and line management with a strong focus on hygiene and resident wellbeing. This role offers a supportive team culture and opportunities to contribute to a home-from-home environment.

Qualifications

• A passion for cooking and fresh ingredients
• Desire to create varied and nutritious menus for residents
• Enjoys communicating with others and delivering a high-quality dining experience

Responsibilities

• Create varied and nutritious menus in line with dietary needs
• Lead and train kitchen team in prep, cooking and plating
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards (COSHH/HACCP)
• Assist with budgets, orders and deliveries
• Cater for events and seasonal activities

Education

Hygiene certificates

Job description

Bupa is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join the team at Abbotsleigh Mews care home, delivering nutritious meals and a warm dining experience for residents.

You will support menu planning, food preparation, and line management with a strong focus on hygiene and resident wellbeing. This role offers a supportive team culture and opportunities to contribute to a home-from-home environment.