Care Home Chef

Keane Premier Support Services South Lanarkshire; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care service provider in Glasgow is seeking a passionate Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals for residents. The role involves maintaining high standards of food quality, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring dietary requirements are met. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to teamwork and the wellbeing of residents, along with experience in kitchen management. This position offers a range of employee benefits to support staff wellbeing and professional development.

Benefits

Early access to earnings

Employee Assistance Programme

Free confidential counselling sessions

Exclusive discounts

Comprehensive training and induction

28 days’ holiday (pro rata)

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing nutritious and delicious meals.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations, including ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals for residents.
• Liaise with the Care Home Manager/Operations team.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Monitor portion control and waste.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Attention to quality

Team collaboration

Job description

Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.

Everything we do is about giving our residents a place to call home and we’re looking for a Chef with a passion for cooking,edication to quality and a commitment to their team members.

As the Chef, you will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our residents, taking into consideration dietary requirements and preferences. Your culinary expertise will contribute to the overall wellbeing and satisfaction of our residents.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for residents and offer a variety of snacks throughout the day.
• Liaise with the Care Home Manager/ Operations team.
• Maintain a high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Manage the kitchen, including ordering, inventory control, and food budget management.
• Create menus that are appealing and varied, considering the dietary needs of residents.
• Collaborate with team members to address resident feedback and special requests.
• Monitor portion control and waste.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff where applicable
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Adhere to all Food Safety and Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and perform routine maintenance.

*This position requires a PVG and two relevant satisfactory references*

Benefits

At Keane, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others. Here’s what we offer to support your wellbeing and development:

• Early access to a portion of your earnings withStream
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 support via the Wisdom app and helpline– access health checks, wellbeing tools, legal advice, and much more.
• Free confidential counselling sessions – up to 6 Structured counselling sessions via phone, online or face-to-face.
• Bright Exchange, available through the Wisdom app – unlock exclusive deals and discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Gift card and cinema savings through Salary Extras.
• Exclusive high street discounts through the Blue Light Card.
• Free mortgage consultation with McCuster Mortgage Solutions.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your confidence and success – including paid shadowing and training to help you feel ready and supported from day one.
• 28 days’ holiday (pro rata) – so you can rest and recharge.
• Clear opportunities to grow, with real career progression routes to help you reach your full potential.

Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at any time.