Care Home Chef/Cook — Lead Kitchen & Resident Dining

Bridge Oak Care Homes; Holmfirth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridge Oak Care Homes is seeking a Chef/Cook for Greenacres in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. This permanent, part-time role offers £15.05 per hour and a 28.5-hour week (3 days on, 3 days off).

As a Chef, you will plan, prepare and cook meals with attention to residents' preferences and dietary needs while following safety and quality guidelines. Join a compassionate, community-focused team at Bridge Oak Care Homes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of meals that are appealing and nutritious, respecting residents' preferences and dietary needs.
• Follow Bridge Oak Care Homes' Good Food Guide and obtain authorisation for amendments from Head Office.
• Provide guidance and support to the team to maintain a friendly, collaborative working environment.
• Supervise and appraise the Kitchen Team and interview applicants for vacancies.
• Understand and comply with HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH, and Environmental Health requirements.
• Maintain cleaning schedules per the Food Safety Manual and ensure kitchen areas are immaculately clean.
• Order food stocks from approved suppliers and manage stock rotation for freshness.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is safe and fully functional; report faults to the Handyman/Home Manager.
• Participate in team meetings and assist with staff selection, induction and development.
• Engage with residents/relatives meetings and monitor satisfaction with catering services.

Job description

Bridge Oak Care Homes is seeking a Chef/Cook for Greenacres in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. This permanent, part-time role offers £15.05 per hour and a 28.5-hour week (3 days on, 3 days off).

As a Chef, you will plan, prepare and cook meals with attention to residents' preferences and dietary needs while following safety and quality guidelines. Join a compassionate, community-focused team at Bridge Oak Care Homes.