Bank Chef

Hartford Care; Hythe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Paid DBS check

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

Hartford Care in West Cliff Hall, Hythe is seeking a Bank Chef to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents with attention to dietary needs and safety. This zero-hours role avoids late shifts and offers on-site benefits.

You will maintain high hygiene standards, manage stock, and engage residents to enhance dining experiences. Prior chef experience and a Level 2+ Food Hygiene certificate are required, with a reliable, team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Understanding of dietary needs (care setting experience is a plus)
• Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
• Cater for dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, allergies, diabetic requirements)
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety
• Manage stock and minimise waste
• Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience

Skills

Chef experience

Hygiene & safety

Dietary knowledge

Stock management

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+)

Job description

Bank Chef - Care Home - Come and Join Us and Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are looking for a talented and compassionate Chef to join our friendly care home team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your culinary skills in a role where your work truly matters — improving the wellbeing and happiness of our residents every single day - with no late nights or split shifts.

Location

West Cliff Hall - Hythe, Hampshire (SO45 6AA)

Hours

Bank (zero-hours contract)

Your Role

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents
• Cater for dietary needs (e.g. soft diets, allergies, diabetic requirements)
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen safety
• Manage stock and minimise waste
• Engage with residents to enhance their dining experience

What We’re Looking For

• Previous Chef experience
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Understanding of dietary needs (care setting experience is a plus)
• Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude

Why join us?

• No out-of-hours working - no late nights or unsociable hours
• Free meals on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Paid DBS check
• Ongoing training & development opportunities
• Supportive, friendly working environment

Enjoy a better work-life balance in a role where you can still be creative and passionate about food — without the pressure, long nights, or unpredictable hours of the hospitality industry.