Care Home Chef: Lead Nutritious, Resident-Centered Kitchen

BCG Cares; Kinross; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Colleague Discounts

WageStream access

Wellbeing support

Career progression

Blue Light Card

Refer-a-friend bonus

PVG application paid

Free on-site parking

Free uniform

Job summary

BCG Cares in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef to lead our kitchen team in delivering nutritious, resident-focused meals. You will manage stock, design menus, and operate within budget while ensuring high standards of cleanliness.

Experience in a commercial kitchen is required; PVG check and UK work authorisation are necessary. A Level 2 NVQ and Level 3 Food Hygiene certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen environment is required.
• SVQ/NVQ level 2 in Catering & Hospitality or equivalent.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.
• PVG check and UK work authorisation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals for residents.
• Manage stock and design menus within budget.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with EHO regulations.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Dietary needs catering

Budget management

Reliability

Education

SVQ/NVQ level 2 in Catering & Hospitality

Food Hygiene Level 3 Certificate

Job description

BCG Cares in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef to lead our kitchen team in delivering nutritious, resident-focused meals. You will manage stock, design menus, and operate within budget while ensuring high standards of cleanliness.

Experience in a commercial kitchen is required; PVG check and UK work authorisation are necessary. A Level 2 NVQ and Level 3 Food Hygiene certification are preferred.