Care Home Chef - Flexible Shifts & Nutritious Meals

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Ongoing assignments

Care home variety

Competitive rates

Job summary

KPI RECRUITING LTD is recruiting an experienced Care Home Chef to work across Kidderminster and surrounding areas. Whether you want a few shifts weekly or full-time temporary work, there are regular assignments to fit your availability.

You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals, meet dietary requirements, and follow food safety standards to support residents’ wellbeing. Apply now to join a responsive, care-focused team.

Qualifications

• Experience in care homes or other high-volume catering environments.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
• Experience preparing meals for larger groups.
• Understanding nutritional requirements of older people.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Flexible and reliable for temporary and agency work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Plan meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
• Cater for a range of dietary needs including allergies and textures.
• Ensure meals are well presented and tailored to residents’ preferences.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Complete daily food safety checks and record temperatures.
• Follow HACCP and food hygiene regulations.
• Store food and cleaning products safely.
• Follow Health & Safety policies, infection control and safeguarding.
• Adapt to different kitchen teams and environments.

Skills

High-volume catering

Food hygiene

Dietary needs (elderly)

Meal prep

Time management

Independent worker

Job description

KPI RECRUITING LTD is recruiting an experienced Care Home Chef to work across Kidderminster and surrounding areas. Whether you want a few shifts weekly or full-time temporary work, there are regular assignments to fit your availability.

You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals, meet dietary requirements, and follow food safety standards to support residents’ wellbeing. Apply now to join a responsive, care-focused team.