Care Home Chef

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is seeking a Care Home Chef for a care home in Norwich (NR1). You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, balancing dietary requirements with high-quality presentation.

The role focuses on planning meals across breakfast, lunch and dinner, maintaining food safety and HACCP standards, and keeping the kitchen clean and well organised. Experience in high-volume catering and understanding of nutrition for older people are valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef or in catering.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Experience catering for large groups or high-volume service.
• Understanding dietary needs for older people.
• Ability to work independently and stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Plan breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
• Cater for dietary requirements including allergies and textures.
• Ensure meals meet residents' preferences.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and HACCP compliance.
• Complete daily food safety checks and temperature monitoring.
• Store food and cleaning products safely.
• Follow Health & Safety and safeguarding policies.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene

High-volume cooking

Meal planning

Nutrition for elderly

Job description

Care Home Chef

Location:Norwich
Pay: £16.50 per hour

About the Role

Our client is looking for a passionate and reliable Chef/Cook to join their team within a care home setting in NR1.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking fresh, nutritious meals and understands the importance food plays in residents' wellbeing and daily experience. You will be responsible for preparing a variety of meals to a high standard while ensuring all dietary requirements, food safety procedures and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have previous catering experience, a good understanding of food hygiene, and take pride in creating meals that residents enjoy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present fresh, nutritious meals for residents.


• Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks in line with the service schedule.


• Cater for a range of dietary requirements, including allergies, diabetic diets, vegetarian, vegan and texture-modified meals.


• Ensure meals are presented well and meet residents' preferences wherever possible.


• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation standards.


• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.


• Complete daily food safety checks, including temperature monitoring and kitchen records.


• Follow HACCP procedures and ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations.


• Store food, ingredients and cleaning products safely and correctly.


• Follow all company policies relating to Health & Safety, infection control and safeguarding.

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Chef, Cook or within a catering environment.


• Good knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards.


• Experience preparing meals for larger groups or high-volume catering.


• Understanding of nutritional requirements for older people.


• Experience catering for specialist dietary needs and allergies.


• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively.


• The ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure.

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