Care Home Chef

Avon Search; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting for a full-time Care Home Chef in Gravesend, Kent. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents with attention to dietary needs and preferences, contributing to residents’ overall wellbeing.

The role sits in a modern, purpose-built 120-bed care home with a supportive catering team. Applicants should have Chef experience, a solid understanding of food hygiene, and a proactive, reliable approach.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene regulations and safe food preparation.
• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 or above is desirable.
• Experience preparing meals within a care or healthcare setting would be advantageous.
• Well organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Passionate about producing high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Friendly, approachable and committed to supporting residents’ wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious and appetising meals for residents.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies and texture-modified diets where required.
• Prepare varied and balanced menus that reflect residents’ preferences and nutritional needs.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Monitor stock levels, rotate food supplies and assist with ordering provisions.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety regulations and HACCP procedures.
• Work closely with the care team to understand residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Help create an enjoyable and positive dining experience for residents.

Skills

Chef experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Independent working

Job description

Location: Gravesend, Kent
Hours: Full Time
Pay: £30,160.00 per annum

About the Home

Avon Search is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established, purpose-built 120-bed care home in Gravesend, offering a wide range of specialist care services for older people.

The home provides residential, nursing, dementia, palliative, respite and rehabilitation care, supporting residents with a variety of complex needs, including dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, confusion, bariatric care and other specialist conditions.

Situated in a quieter part of Northfleet, the home enjoys a pleasant and peaceful setting, surrounded by green spaces and mature tree canopies, while still benefiting from convenient access to local town amenities.

The home has recently undergone a thoughtfully designed refurbishment, creating modern, comfortable and welcoming surroundings for residents and staff. Facilities include spacious dining rooms, comfortable lounges, day rooms, a conservatory, hair salon and dedicated treatment rooms, all designed to enhance residents’ comfort, wellbeing and quality of life.

The service is committed to providing high standards of person-centred care, ensuring every resident receives the support they need in a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Care Home Chef to join the catering team on a full-time basis.

You will be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious and appetising meals for residents, taking into consideration individual dietary requirements, allergies, nutritional needs and personal preferences.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Chef who enjoys working in a care environment and understands the importance of providing quality food that contributes to residents’ health, happiness and overall wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious and appetising meals for residents.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies and texture-modified diets where required.
• Prepare varied and balanced menus that reflect residents’ preferences and nutritional needs.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Monitor stock levels, rotate food supplies and assist with ordering provisions.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety regulations and HACCP procedures.
• Work closely with the care team to understand residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Help create an enjoyable and positive dining experience for residents.

About You

• Previous experience working as a Chef.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene regulations and safe food preparation.
• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 or above is desirable.
• Experience preparing meals within a care or healthcare setting would be advantageous.
• Well organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Passionate about producing high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Friendly, approachable and committed to supporting residents’ wellbeing.

Why Apply?

• £30,160.00 per annum
• Full-time position.
• Opportunity to work within a modern, purpose-built 120-bed care home.
• Recently refurbished facilities and a welcoming working environment.
• Work within a service providing a wide range of specialist care.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents’ daily lives through good food and nutrition.