Care Home Chef: 3-Course Menus, 9–2, Solihull

Pertemps Network Catering; Olton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Network Catering in Solihull is seeking an experienced Cook / Chef to join the care home catering team on a permanent basis. Hours are Mon-Fri 9am-2pm, with a 3-course menu for up to 22 daily covers and on-site Café support.

You will maintain high kitchen cleanliness, operate equipment safely, and follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures. NVQ Catering and Level 2 Food Hygiene are preferred; DBS, references and right-to-work checks will be completed.

Qualifications

• Previous cook/chef experience in care home or residential setting.
• Commitment to high hygiene standards; Food Hygiene and Food Allergen assessment offered.
• Positive, reliable, proactive attitude with good communication and teamwork.
• Flexibility to support the wider team.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment vetting (DBS, references, right-to-work).

Responsibilities

• Offer a 3 course menu in the restaurant for up to 22 daily covers and support the on-site Café.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Work as part of a supportive catering team to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Catering

Food Hygiene Level 2

Food Allergen awareness

Tools

Food Hygiene training

Job description

Pertemps Network Catering in Solihull is seeking an experienced Cook / Chef to join the care home catering team on a permanent basis. Hours are Mon-Fri 9am-2pm, with a 3-course menu for up to 22 daily covers and on-site Café support.

You will maintain high kitchen cleanliness, operate equipment safely, and follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures. NVQ Catering and Level 2 Food Hygiene are preferred; DBS, references and right-to-work checks will be completed.