Bank Chef at Sandalwood Court

Shaw Healthcare; Little Oakley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Bank Chef for Sandalwood Court, Corby. This temporary role involves preparing and serving meals to residents, ensuring dietary needs are met, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in a kitchen environment and be able to work well in a team. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of our service users.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay above National Minimum Wage

Opportunity to contribute to care

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and serving meals in a professional environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH guidelines.
• Ability to communicate with residents and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in a timely manner.
• Order supplies within budget guidelines.
• Maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Manage the Catering Team.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Team management

Catering for dietary needs

Job description

Overview

Bank Chef at Sandalwood Court — £13.10 per hour. Contract: Bank, zero hours. Working Hours: Day shifts - as/when needed. Location: Sandalwood Court, Corby, NN18 8QA. Job type: Temporary. Posting date: 25 September 2025. Closing date: 23 October 2025. Hours: Part time.

Summary

Shaw healthcare are delighted to announce that we are a Real Living Wage Employer as well as the UK's largest employee owned healthcare company. In our recognition of your contribution to the care that our service users need, we are committed to making sure your salary is significantly more than the Government National Minimum Wage. Our employees are at the centre of everything we do……Are you a Friendly, Compassionate and Caring person who is looking for a career where you feel valued and where you are rewarded for the work that you do? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Do you enjoy seeing people get the most out of every day and achieve what they want in life? This is what a Career in Shaw healthcare is all about. We look to provide as much flexible working as possible to secure your work/life balance.

Shaw healthcare is looking for a Bank Chef to join the team at Sandalwood Court in Corby. You will join a team that is fully committed to making a difference to the lives of those who we provide care for. Our aim is to deliver the highest standard of care to our service users and to provide the same standard of care that we would expect our own family members to receive. Sandalwood Court has an excellent reputation as highly valued provider of care. The needs of our service users are at the centre of all we do every single day.

You will liaise with our Home Manager, Nutritional Therapist and staff to ensure high-quality fresh, home-cooked food is provided every day. You will also establish a rapport with our residents and their families in order to satisfy their dietary needs. You will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving meals for residents and others as required, in a timely manner.
• Providing a varied diet, catering for the cultural preferences of those who use our services.
• Catering for celebrations and other events in our Home.
• Ordering supplies within the catering budget and company policy guidelines, using approved suppliers in the absence of the senior cook.
• Maintaining accurate catering records in accordance with HACCP.
• Participating in inspections by Environmental Health and/or care regulators and Local Authorities.
• Maintaining a high standard of hygiene within the kitchen by adhering to HACCP and COSHH guidelines.
• Assisting in the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by ensuring adherence to Health & Safety and Welfare.
• Ability to manage the Catering Team.

APPLY TODAY! Be one of the special people that make a difference!