Care Home Chef: Fresh, From-Scratch Meals & Menu Planning

Sandstone Care Group; Rishton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Free Meals

Free DBS

Discounts on high street

Refer-a-Friend £250 bonus

Flexible pay

Free wellbeing programme

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Job summary

Sandstone Care Group's Longridge Hall Care Home in Longridge is seeking a dedicated Chef to create nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents. You will prepare fresh dishes daily, balance dietary needs, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen within a warm, caring environment.

Applicants should have proven kitchen experience; NVQ level 2 in food hygiene is preferred. We offer a friendly team, in-house training, flexible pay options, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to cook fresh, wholesome meals from scratch.
• NVQ level 2 in food hygiene preferred.
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, home-cooked meals daily for residents.
• Deliver high standards of nutritious meals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Contribute to menu planning and dietary needs.
• Comply with health, safety, and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Education

NVQ2 in Food Hygiene

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Sandstone Care Group's Longridge Hall Care Home in Longridge is seeking a dedicated Chef to create nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents. You will prepare fresh dishes daily, balance dietary needs, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen within a warm, caring environment.

Applicants should have proven kitchen experience; NVQ level 2 in food hygiene is preferred. We offer a friendly team, in-house training, flexible pay options, and opportunities for career progression.