Care Home Chef

Quest Employment Ltd.; Warminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth certifications

On-shift meals

Employer-matched pension

Job summary

Quest Employment Ltd. in Warminster is seeking a hands-on kitchen supervisor to prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner while leading Kitchen Assistants and Hosts. You will uphold food safety standards and assist with stock ordering in a busy catering setting.

The role requires a 40-hour weekly rota, strong teamwork and communication, and strict COSHH/health and safety compliance. You may step in for the Chef Manager during absences and benefit from on-going career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment, preferably in elderly care.
• Knowledge of Food Hygiene, COSHH and Manual Handling.
• Able to work a 40-hour weekly rota and perform physical tasks safely.
• Good communication and team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve breakfast, lunch, and supper according to menu specifications and order sheets.
• Prepare baked items for the coffee shop and cater private dining requests as needed.
• Supervise Kitchen Assistants and Hosts, ensuring food safety and kitchen hygiene standards are met.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly due diligence records and assist with stock ordering.
• Ensure compliance with COSHH, health and safety, and food hygiene regulations.
• Cover for the Chef Manager during periods of absence.

Skills

Food Hygiene

COSHH

Manual Handling

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve breakfast, lunch, and supper according to menu specifications and order sheets.

• Prepare baked items for the coffee shop and cater private dining requests as needed.

• Supervise Kitchen Assistants and Hosts, ensuring food safety and kitchen hygiene standards are met.

• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly due diligence records and assist with stock ordering.

• Ensure compliance with COSHH, health and safety, and food hygiene regulations.

• Cover for the Chef Manager during periods of absence.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in a catering environment, ideally within elderly care.

• Working knowledge of Food Hygiene, COSHH, and Manual Handling.

• Ability to work a 40-hour weekly rota and carry out physical tasks safely.

• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Rewards & Benefits Package

• Fully Funded Career Growth: Comprehensive, employer-paid training certifications to support your ongoing professional development.

• On-Shift Perks: Complimentary high-quality meals provided on every shift, plus full uniform provided at no cost.

• Financial Security: Employer-matched pension contributions to invest in your long-term future.