Care Home Chef - Flexible Shifts & Nutritious Meals

KPI RECRUITING LTD; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI RECRUITING LTD is seeking an experienced Care Home Chef to work across Durham and surrounding areas. Various shifts are available, from part-time to full-time temporary placements, offering regular assignments to suit your availability.

You will prepare nutritious meals, accommodating dietary requirements and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety in caring environments. Flexible, reliable cooks with a calm, adaptable approach are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in care homes or healthcare settings.
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups.
• Understanding of nutrition for older adults.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergies.
• High standard of food hygiene and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
• Cater for dietary needs including allergies, diabetic diets, vegetarian, vegan and texture-modified meals.
• Ensure meals are well presented and tailored to residents' preferences.
• Monitor food quality, portions and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Complete daily food safety checks, including temperature monitoring and kitchen records.
• Follow HACCP procedures and ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations.
• Store food, ingredients and cleaning products safely and correctly.
• Follow all company policies relating to Health & Safety, infection control and safeguarding.
• Adapt confidently to different kitchen teams and working environments.

Skills

Care home cooking

HACCP knowledge

Food safety standards

Time management

Flexibility for temporary work

Education

Professional cookery qualification

Job description

KPI RECRUITING LTD is seeking an experienced Care Home Chef to work across Durham and surrounding areas. Various shifts are available, from part-time to full-time temporary placements, offering regular assignments to suit your availability.

You will prepare nutritious meals, accommodating dietary requirements and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety in caring environments. Flexible, reliable cooks with a calm, adaptable approach are encouraged to apply.