Care Home Chef

Hamberley Care Management Limited; Byfleet; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care organization in Byfleet is seeking a Chef to prepare and serve high-quality meals tailored to the dietary needs of residents. You will support the head chef and ensure cleanliness and compliance with food safety regulations. A NVQ level 2 in food preparation and proven experience in a similar environment is required. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

28 days holiday

Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating

Workplace pension

Opportunities for professional development

Access to high street discounts

Free onsite parking

Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, tailored meals for residents.
• Support the head chef in meal planning.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the care team for enjoyable meal times.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer care

Ability to multi-task

Empathy for residents

Education

NVQ level 2 in food preparation/cooking

Basic certificate in Food hygiene

Job description

As our chef, you'll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for.,

• You'll be supporting the head chef in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents.
• Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements.
• Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling.
• To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times
  Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Committed to customer care and first-class service provision
• A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2
• Basic certificate in Food hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations
• Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment
  We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating
• Workplace pension
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform
• Free onsite parking available
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services