Care Home Chef

ROTHERWOOD RECRUITMENT (2020) LIMITED; Haworth Brow; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Care Home Chef to provide high-quality meals across nursing homes in Shipley and Keighley. This role involves preparing nutritious meals, supporting kitchen operations, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience and be able to travel between sites. The position offers a structured 40-hour week with day shifts and various benefits, ensuring a better work-life balance.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free meals on shift

Free flu jabs

On-site parking

Store discounts

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Must possess at least 1 year of experience as a chef or cook.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards is required.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menus in a timely manner.
• Maintain clean and organized kitchen stations.
• Assist with menu planning and food orders.
• Ensure meals meet nutritional standards.

Skills

Qualified Chef/Cook with at least 1 year of experience

Experience preparing nutritionally balanced meals

Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards

Ability to travel between sites

Reliable and able to commute

Education

NVQ or equivalent catering qualification

Job description

Overview

Care Home Chef

Location: Shipley & Keighley

Salary: £14.54 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week, day shifts

Contract: Full-time

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Chef/Cook with at least 1 year of experience
• Experience preparing nutritionally balanced meals to a high standard
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards
• Ability to travel between sites (approx. 50% of the time)
• Reliable and able to commute to Shipley or relocate prior to starting

Desirable

• NVQ or equivalent catering qualification
• Experience with menu planning and kitchen audits

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Care Home Chef to join our team across our nursing homes in Shipley and Keighley. You will work across multiple kitchens to provide high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.

• Preparing meals according to menus in a timely and hygienic manner
• Maintaining clean and organised kitchen stations and equipment
• Assisting with menu planning, weekly food orders, and kitchen audits
• Ensuring meals are varied, exciting, and meet nutritional standards
• Supporting the smooth running of kitchen operations and service delivery

This role offers a better work-life balance than traditional hospitality positions, with regular day shifts and a structured 40-hour week.

Benefits

• Free uniform
• Free meals on shift
• Free flu jabs
• On-site parking
• Store discounts
• Enhanced DBS check

Compliance

All offers are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks and references.

Apply

If you are an experienced chef with a passion for creating high-quality, nutritious meals in a care environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our supportive team across Shipley and Keighley.