Bank Chef

Care Concern Group; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A premium care provider in Dunfermline is seeking a skilled Bank Second Chef to ensure residents enjoy high-quality meals. Responsibilities include menu planning, kitchen management, and food safety. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and experience in a care setting is a plus. This role offers a flexible contract and competitive pay.

Benefits

£13.68 per hour

Flexible bank contract

Paid PVG

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• You will prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals.
• Must maintain high cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Experience in preparing meals for care residents is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan balanced, nutritious menus using fresh ingredients.
• Organise kitchen management and ensure food safety regulations.
• Manage stock, check deliveries, and maintain kitchen safety.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Leadership abilities

Education

City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or equivalent

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Location:1 Harbour Way,Dalgety Bay,Dunfermline,KY11 9HH

Our purpose-built, premium care home offers accommodation for 68 residents in the coastal town of Fife, Scotland. Our warm and welcoming service provides outstanding Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite Care.

We’re looking for a skilled Bank Second Chef to join our team, playing a key role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day.

What We Offer

• £13.68 per hour
• Flexible bank contract – shifts to suit your availability
• Paid PVG,Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

What You’ll Do
You will prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help plan balanced, nutritious menus using fresh ingredients while keeping within budget. You’ll take charge of day-to-day kitchen management, organising food production, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, and upholding food safety regulations. Your responsibilities will also include stock management, checking deliveries, accurate record keeping, and maintaining a safe and well-maintained kitchen environment.

What We’re Looking For
You ideally hold City & Guilds 706 1 & 2 or an equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards) alongside a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and to lead when needed, are essential. Experience preparing specialised meals for care residents or working in a care setting is advantageous but not required.

About Us
Dalgety Bay Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating supportive, welcoming environments where residents thrive and our teams feel valued.

Our five core values — Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity — guide everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your culinary skills to a role where you make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

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