Care Home Chef

Avon Search; Brixham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£26,832.00 per annum

40 hours per week

4 days per week

8am–6pm shifts

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting a Care Home Chef for a 30-bed residential home in Churston, Brixham, Devon. The role covers 40 hours per week across 4 days, with 8am–6pm shifts, delivering nutritious, appetising meals while meeting IDDSI and SFBB standards.

You will plan menus, cater to dietary requirements, maintain high hygiene standards and work as part of a friendly care team to support residents’ health, wellbeing and enjoyment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef, ideally within a care home, healthcare or similar setting.
• Good knowledge of IDDSI and SFBB procedures.
• Strong food hygiene and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, varied and appetising meals for residents.
• Plan meals in line with dietary requirements and preferences.
• Cater for special diets, allergies and intolerances.
• Follow SFBB procedures and maintain safe food handling records.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene and safety.
• Work closely with care staff to understand residents’ dietary needs.

Skills

Chef

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Care Home Chef – 30-Bed Care Home – Churston, Brixham

Care Home Chef – Full Time – 30-Bed Care Home – AV2065
Churston, Brixham – AV2038A

40 Hours per Week
Location: Churston, Brixham, Devon
Pay: £26,832.00 per annum
Shift: 8am–6pm
Working Pattern: 4 days per week

About the Role

We are recruiting a dedicated and experienced Care Home Chef to join a welcoming 30-bed residential care home in the beautiful Churston area of Brixham.

The home is situated in beautiful surroundings on a golf course, providing a peaceful and attractive environment for residents and staff.

As a Care Home Chef, you will play a vital role in preparing nutritious, appetising and well-presented meals for residents, while ensuring all dietary, nutritional and food safety requirements are met.

Working 40 hours per week across 4 days, with shifts from 8am–6pm, you will be responsible for planning and preparing meals, catering for individual dietary requirements and maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.

A good understanding and practical knowledge of IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) is essential, along with a strong understanding of SFBB (Safer Food, Better Business) procedures.

You will become an important part of a dedicated team, helping to ensure residents receive high-quality meals that support their health, wellbeing and enjoyment.

About the Home

• 30-bed residential care home
• Located in Churston, Brixham
• Set in beautiful surroundings on a golf course
• Warm and welcoming environment
• Strong focus on residents’ comfort and wellbeing
• Supportive and dedicated team
• Comfortable surroundings designed around residents’ needs
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, varied and appetising meals for residents
• Plan and prepare meals in line with residents’ dietary requirements and preferences
• Cater for special diets, allergies and food intolerances
• Have a strong understanding and practical knowledge of IDDSI and modified-texture diets
• Ensure meals are prepared and presented in accordance with residents’ individual needs
• Follow SFBB procedures and maintain accurate food safety records
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety
• Ensure food is stored, prepared and handled safely at all times
• Monitor food temperatures and maintain appropriate records
• Maintain stock levels and assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies
• Minimise food waste while maintaining appropriate food quality and portion control
• Work closely with care staff to understand residents’ dietary needs
• Ensure kitchen areas, equipment and utensils are kept clean and hygienic
• Follow all relevant food safety, health and safety and infection control procedures
• Report any concerns regarding food, equipment, stock or residents’ dietary requirements
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and the wider care team
• Treat residents, visitors and colleagues with courtesy and respect

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Chef, ideally within a care home, healthcare or similar setting
• Good knowledge and understanding of IDDSI is essential
• Good knowledge and understanding of SFBB is essential
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and food safety requirements
• Experience catering for special dietary requirements is highly desirable
• Ability to prepare nutritious and appealing meals for residents
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Reliable, hardworking and committed approach to work
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work independently when required
• A friendly, caring and respectful nature
• Genuine desire to contribute to residents’ health, wellbeing and quality of life

Benefits & Perks

• £26,832.00 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• 4 days per week
• 8am–6pm shifts
• Beautiful location set on a golf course
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to work within a welcoming residential care home
• Rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to residents’ health and wellbeing
• Opportunity to be part of a dedicated and caring team