Care Home Chef: Create Nourishing Menus & Lead Kitchen

Keane Premier Support Services South Lanarkshire; Scotland; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs. You will ensure high standards of food quality, manage kitchen operations, and maintain cleanliness and compliance with hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate should have experience in catering, strong planning skills, and the ability to work in a team. This position offers various benefits aimed at supporting your wellbeing and professional growth.

Benefits

Early access to your earnings

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Free confidential counselling sessions

Exclusive discounts through Blue Light Card

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

28 days’ holiday (pro rata)

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or similar roles in a care home setting.
• Ability to manage a kitchen and maintain high food quality standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for residents.
• Manage kitchen inventory, orders, and budgets.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Planning and preparing meals

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Food safety and hygiene

Kitchen management

Job description

A care home provider in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs. You will ensure high standards of food quality, manage kitchen operations, and maintain cleanliness and compliance with hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate should have experience in catering, strong planning skills, and the ability to work in a team. This position offers various benefits aimed at supporting your wellbeing and professional growth.