Assistant Chef — Fresh, Nutritious Meals for Residents

Bupa; Cottenham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare

Annual allowance

Wagestream

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meal on every shift

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Job summary

Bupa's Cottenham Court Care Home is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join the kitchen team and help deliver nourishing meals for residents in a supportive, community-focused environment.

You will prepare varied menus, uphold high hygiene standards, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience. The role is full-time (40 hours/week) on a rota with occasional weekends, with a £1000 welcome bonus when you start.

Qualifications

• A passion for cooking with previous experience in a fresh food kitchen.
• Relevant hygiene certificates.
• Desire to create and deliver an excellent dining experience for residents.

Responsibilities

• Using your passion for cooking and fresh ingredients to create varied and nutritious menus in line with residents' dietary needs.
• Putting forward ideas to deliver an excellent dining experience, helping residents feel at home.
• Training and managing the kitchen team in prepping, cooking and serving of food.
• Adhering to COSHH and HACCP guidelines, budgets, managing orders and deliveries.
• Catering for special events or seasonal activities as required.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Hygiene certificates

Job description

Bupa's Cottenham Court Care Home is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Chef to join the kitchen team and help deliver nourishing meals for residents in a supportive, community-focused environment.

You will prepare varied menus, uphold high hygiene standards, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience. The role is full-time (40 hours/week) on a rota with occasional weekends, with a £1000 welcome bonus when you start.