Bank Chef

Hartford Care Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Paid DBS check

Ongoing training & development opportunities

Job summary

Hartford Care Ltd is seeking a talented and compassionate Bank Chef at their care home in Swindon. This rewarding role focuses on preparing fresh, nutritious meals that enhance the wellbeing of residents, all without the pressure of late nights or split shifts.

The ideal candidate will have a Food Hygiene Certificate and experience catering to various dietary needs. Enjoy free meals on shift, free parking, and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience is essential.
• Must hold a valid Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience in a care setting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh and nutritious meals for residents.
• Cater to residents' dietary needs.
• Maintain high hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Manage food stock and minimize waste.
• Engage with residents to enhance their experience.

Skills

Chef experience

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Understanding of dietary needs

Reliable, caring, and team-focused attitude

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

Cotswolds Rise - Swindon, Wiltshire (SN5 4FL)

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.