Care Home Chef – Menu, Budget & Quality Standards

Harbour Healthcare; Benfieldside; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in Benfieldside is seeking a bank Chef who will manage kitchen operations and ensure quality meal preparation tailored to residents’ dietary needs. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a care setting and hold relevant catering and food safety qualifications. This role includes menu planning, stock management, and supervision of kitchen staff. You will be part of a caring environment dedicated to residents’ happiness and wellbeing, along with various tangible benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and entertainment

Earned wage access

Free wellbeing support and counselling

Employee recognition awards

Opportunities for training and career progression

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a care setting.
• Qualifications in catering and food safety/hygiene are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals based on dietary needs.
• Manage stock and order supplies.
• Plan menus and maintain food safety records.
• Ensure cleanliness of equipment and food areas.
• Supervise employees and manage budgets.

Skills

Experience in a care setting

Culinary skills

Food safety requirements

Good interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Catering qualifications

Food safety/hygiene qualifications

Job description

A community-focused care provider in Benfieldside is seeking a bank Chef who will manage kitchen operations and ensure quality meal preparation tailored to residents’ dietary needs. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a care setting and hold relevant catering and food safety qualifications. This role includes menu planning, stock management, and supervision of kitchen staff. You will be part of a caring environment dedicated to residents’ happiness and wellbeing, along with various tangible benefits.