Care Home Chef

gobecare; Newmains; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Permanent Full-Time Shifts –

40 Hours Per Week

5 Days from 7

Shifts Between 7am – 7pm

No Late Nights

Excellent Rate of Pay – £14-£15 Per Hr

Ongoing Training & Career Development

Full Induction, Training & Continued …

Free Company Uniform

Free On-Site Parking

28 Days Annual Leave Inclusive of Bank

Workplace Pension Scheme

Job summary

gobecare is seeking an experienced Chef for a care home setting in Newmains/Wishaw. The role offers full-time hours, 40 per week, with shifts from 7am to 7pm and no late nights, paying £14-£15 per hour depending on experience.

The ideal candidate has care home or busy kitchen experience, a relevant SVQ/NVQ, and a passion for nutritious, home-cooked meals within a supportive team. Competitive benefits and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience within a Care Home or busy commercial kitchen.
• SVQ/NVQ qualification in Food Preparation or Cooking (preferred).
• Passion for producing nutritious, home-cooked meals.
• Works well within a fast-paced team environment.
• Understands the importance of nutrition and resident wellbeing.
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Plan and create varied, balanced menus.
• Manage stock control and kitchen ordering.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and practices meet health & safety regulations.
• Work closely with the wider care team to provide an outstanding dining experience for residents.

Skills

Chef experience

Good communication

Caring approach

Team player

Education

SVQ/NVQ in Food Preparation or Cooking

Job description

Experienced Chef – Care Home | Newmains/ Wishaw

Full-Time | £14-£15 Per Hour | No Late Nights

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate Chef to join our clients dedicated care home team in Newmains/ Wishaw.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Chef looking for a rewarding role with excellent work-life balance, sociable working hours and the chance to genuinely make a difference to people’s daily lives through great food and care.

Unlike traditional hospitality roles, working within a care home allows you to build meaningful relationships with residents while continuing to deliver high-quality meals in a professional kitchen environment — all without the late-night finishes.

The Role

As our Chef, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, balanced and enjoyable meals every day. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner while adapting menus to meet a range of dietary and nutritional requirements.

Duties will include:

• Preparing fresh, high-quality meals to an excellent standard
• Catering for specialist dietary needs and nutritional requirements
• Planning and creating varied, balanced menus
• Managing stock control and kitchen ordering
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety
• Ensuring all kitchen equipment and working practices meet health & safety regulations
• Working closely with the wider care team to provide an outstanding dining experience for residents

Working in a care home kitchen is both challenging and incredibly rewarding. Residents often enjoy discussing meals and personal preferences, therefore strong communication skills, patience and a caring approach are essential.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous Chef experience within a Care Home or busy commercial kitchen
• Holds an SVQ/NVQ qualification in Food Preparation or Cooking (preferred)
• Has a passion for producing nutritious, home-cooked meals
• Works well within a fast-paced team environment
• Understands the importance of nutrition and resident wellbeing
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service standards

What We Offer

In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer:

• Flexible Permanent Full-Time Shifts – 40 Hours Per Week
• 5 Days from 7
• Shifts Between 7am – 7pm
• No Late Nights
• Excellent Rate of Pay – £14-£15 Per Hour, dependant on experience
• Ongoing Training & Career Development Opportunities
• Full Induction, Training & Continued Support
• Free Company Uniform
• Free On-Site Parking
• 28 Days Annual Leave Inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Workplace Pension Scheme

Closing Date

31-10-2026